Low Risk Washington  ·  Wildfire / Flash Flooding

Ferry County WA

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
7
Area
2,203
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Wildfire / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Ferry County WA in Washington faces wildfire / flash flooding risk across its 2,203 square mile area. Republic serves this remote northeast Washington county near the Canadian border. Ferry 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.

// 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 2021 Wildfire
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (509) 775-5225
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Ferry County WA
State Washington (WA)
Population 7
Area 2,203 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Laurier WA

// Cities in This County

// Other Washington Counties