Malheur County OR in Oregon faces wildfire / flash flooding risk across its 9,888 square mile area. Vale serves this large remote southeast Oregon county on the Idaho border. Malheur 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 | 2020 Wildfire |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (541) 473-5151 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Malheur County OR |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| Population | 30 |
| Area | 9,888 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
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Multnomah County OR
Earthquake / Flooding
7/10
High
Coos County OR
Earthquake / Tsunami
7/10
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Lincoln County OR
Earthquake / Tsunami
7/10
Moderate
Jackson County OR
Wildfire / Flooding
7/10
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Curry County OR
Earthquake / Tsunami
7/10
Moderate
Tillamook County OR
Earthquake / Tsunami
7/10
Moderate