Butte County was the site of the deadliest wildfire in California history when the Camp Fire destroyed the town of Paradise on November 8, 2018, killing 85 people and destroying nearly 19,000 structures. The county also faces serious flooding risk from the Feather River and Oroville Dam spillway failures.
// 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 | 9 / 10 Critical Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Earthquake |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE (High Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 55 |
| Last Major Event | Camp Fire (2018) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 3–4 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (530) 538-7826 |
| Emergency Shelters | 18 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | SR-99 South, SR-32 West, SR-70 South, SR-149 |
// County Profile
| County | Butte County CA |
| State | California (CA) |
| Population | 219,186 |
| Area | 1636 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone AE (High Risk) |
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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.