Low Risk Arizona  ·  Wildfire / Flash Flooding

Apache County AZ

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
71
Area
11,218
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Wildfire / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Apache County AZ in Arizona faces wildfire / flash flooding risk across its 11,218 square mile area. St. Johns serves this large northeast Arizona county with vast Navajo and Hopi Nation lands. Apache serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// 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

Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Wildfire / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2022 Calf Canyon Smoke
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (928) 337-4364
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Apache County AZ
State Arizona (AZ)
Population 71
Area 11,218 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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