Washougal Washington sits at the mouth of the Washougal River on the Columbia River in Clark County. The community hosts industrial manufacturing and sits in a Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake hazard area. Columbia River flooding threatens low-lying industrial areas. The Bonneville Dam upstream on the Columbia is critical hydroelectric infrastructure that supplies power across the Pacific Northwest.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
- Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
- Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
- Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.
// Recommended Supplies
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- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Industrial / Chemical / Earthquake / Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | High |
| County FEMA Declarations | 7 |
| Last Major Event | Mt. St. Helens 1980 |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 360-835-8501 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-5 I-205 WA-14 WA-500 |
| Elevation | 86 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Clark County WA
Washington · Volcanic / Earthquake
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6/10
Moderate Risk