Boulder County CO in Colorado faces wildfire / tornado risk across its 741 square mile area. Boulder was catastrophically flooded in 2013 and faces wildfire from the foothills with CU-Boulder. Boulder serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Identify an interior room or storm shelter.
- Monitor NOAA weather alerts continuously.
- Keep emergency kit accessible at all times.
- Prepare for sudden power outages.
// 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 / Tornado |
| Secondary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2013 Front Range Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (303) 441-3500 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Boulder County CO |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| Population | 330 |
| Area | 741 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
// Other Colorado 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.