Low Risk Wyoming  ·  Wildfire / Flash Flooding

Hot Springs County WY

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
4
Area
2,004
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Wildfire / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Hot Springs County WY in Wyoming faces wildfire / flash flooding risk across its 2,004 square mile area. Thermopolis on the Bighorn River serves this central Wyoming county. Hot Springs 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 (307) 864-3515
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Hot Springs County WY
State Wyoming (WY)
Population 4
Area 2,004 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Thermopolis WY

// Cities in This County

// Other Wyoming Counties