Jackson County in southern Oregon's Rogue Valley was devastated by the Almeda Fire on September 8 2020, which destroyed the communities of Talent and Phoenix in a matter of hours killing three people. The fire spread through suburban neighborhoods with terrifying speed driven by powerful east winds. The Rogue River creates flooding risk and the county faces serious ongoing wildfire threat each summer.
// 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 | 7 / 10 High Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Earthquake |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Wildfire Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 34 |
| Last Major Event | Almeda Fire (2020) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 3–5 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (541) 774-6999 |
| Emergency Shelters | 14 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-5 North, I-5 South, OR-62 North, OR-140 East |
// County Profile
| County | Jackson County OR |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| Population | 220,944 |
| Area | 2785 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone X (Wildfire Risk) |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
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