Reno faces serious wildfire risk from surrounding Sierra Nevada forests and the Truckee River corridor. The 2021 Caldor and Dixie Fires burned near Reno creating dangerous smoke conditions. Reno sits near several active fault systems including the Walker Lane seismic zone. The city has grown dramatically with major data centers and warehouses locating in the area creating critical infrastructure emergency planning considerations.
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Earthquake |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2022 Washoe Wildfire |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (775) 334-2300 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-80 US-395 NV-659 NV-341 |
| Elevation | 4505 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
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// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.