Bernalillo County and Albuquerque face growing wildfire risk as drought conditions intensify across the Southwest. The 2022 Calf Canyon-Hermits Peak Fire became the largest in New Mexico history burning over 341,000 acres near Las Vegas NM. The Rio Grande creates flooding risk and the Sandia Mountains create wildland-urban interface fire corridors. Extreme summer heat compounds emergency response challenges.
// 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Extreme Heat |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 28 |
| Last Major Event | Calf Canyon-Hermits Peak Fire (2022) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 4–6 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (505) 768-2000 |
| Emergency Shelters | 20 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-40 East, I-25 North, I-25 South, US-550 North |
// County Profile
| County | Bernalillo County NM |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| Population | 676,521 |
| Area | 1167 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
// Other New Mexico Counties
// 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.