Low Risk Oregon  ·  Wildfire / Flash Flooding

Lake County OR

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
8
Area
8,358
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Wildfire / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Lake County OR in Oregon faces wildfire / flash flooding risk across its 8,358 square mile area. Lakeview serves this vast remote southeast Oregon county near Summer Lake. Lake 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 (541) 947-6034
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Lake County OR
State Oregon (OR)
Population 8
Area 8,358 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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