Garfield County WA in Washington faces wildfire / flash flooding risk across its 711 square mile area. Pomeroy serves this tiny remote southeast Washington county. Garfield 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 | 2021 Wildfire |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (509) 843-3731 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Garfield County WA |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| Population | 2 |
| Area | 711 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Other Washington Counties
Pierce County WA
Earthquake / Volcanic Lahar
8/10
High
Snohomish County WA
Earthquake / Landslide
8/10
High
Clallam County WA
Earthquake / Tsunami
7/10
Moderate
King County WA
Earthquake / Volcanic
7/10
High
Whatcom County WA
Earthquake / Volcanic
7/10
High
Pacific County WA
Earthquake / Tsunami
7/10
Moderate