High Risk Alaska  ·  Earthquake / Volcanic

Dillingham Census Area AK

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

8/ 10
Threat Score
Population
4
Area
18,553
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Earthquake / Volcanic
FEMA Disasters
9
federally declared

Dillingham Census Area AK in Alaska faces earthquake / volcanic risk across its 18,553 square mile area. Dillingham on Bristol Bay serves this remote southwest Alaska area. Dillingham serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Recommended Supplies

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// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 8 / 10    High Risk
Primary Hazard Earthquake / Volcanic
Secondary Hazard Tsunami
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 9
Last Major Event 2019 Storm Surge
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (907) 842-5211
Emergency Shelters 4 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Dillingham Census Area AK
State Alaska (AK)
Population 4
Area 18,553 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Dillingham AK

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