Low Risk Oregon  ·  Earthquake / Wildfire

Josephine County OR

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
87
Area
1,641
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Earthquake / Wildfire
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Josephine County OR in Oregon faces earthquake / wildfire risk across its 1,641 square mile area. Grants Pass serves this southwest Oregon county with Rogue River flooding and wildfire risk. Josephine 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 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Earthquake / Wildfire
Secondary Hazard Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2020 Wildfire
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (541) 474-5243
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Josephine County OR
State Oregon (OR)
Population 87
Area 1,641 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Grants Pass OR

// Cities in This County

// Other Oregon Counties