Eagle County CO in Colorado faces wildfire / flash flooding risk across its 1,688 square mile area. Eagle serves this mountain county with Vail ski resort and I-70 corridor flash flooding. Eagle 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// 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 | 2020 Grizzly Creek Fire |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (970) 328-8605 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Eagle County CO |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| Population | 54 |
| Area | 1,688 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Other Colorado Counties
Weld County CO
Tornado / Flash Flooding
7/10
High
Larimer County CO
Wildfire / Flash Flooding
7/10
High
Denver County CO
Wildfire / Tornado
6/10
Moderate
Kiowa County CO
Tornado / Blizzard
6/10
Moderate
Morgan County CO
Tornado / Blizzard
6/10
Moderate
El Paso County CO
Wildfire / Tornado
6/10
Moderate