Moderate Risk Alaska  ·  Wildfire / Extreme Cold

Fairbanks North Star Borough AK

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
97
Area
7,444
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Wildfire / Extreme Cold
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Fairbanks North Star Borough AK in Alaska faces wildfire / extreme cold risk across its 7,444 square mile area. Fairbanks Interior Alaska's largest city faces extreme cold wildfire and flooding risk. Fairbanks North Star serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Recommended Supplies

Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Wildfire / Extreme Cold
Secondary Hazard Earthquake
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Chena River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (907) 459-1000
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Fairbanks North Star Borough AK
State Alaska (AK)
Population 97
Area 7,444 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Fort Wainwright AK Eielson AFB AK Fairbanks AK

// Cities in This County

// Other Alaska Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.

Trans-Alaska Pipeline System AK
Power Plant  ·  Fairbanks, AK  ·  Alyeska Pipeline Service  ·  800-mi risk zone
9/10 High
Fort Wainwright AK
Military Installation  ·  Fairbanks  ·  US Army / 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team  ·  25-mi risk zone
7/10 High

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.