Mesa County anchored by Grand Junction in western Colorado faces wildfire risk from surrounding canyon and mesa terrain and serious drought conditions. The 2018 Spring Creek Fire burned through the area. The Colorado and Gunnison Rivers create flash flooding risk during monsoon season. Grand Junction serves as the regional hub for western Colorado and eastern Utah emergency coordination. The county's oil shale and natural gas industry creates industrial emergency planning considerations.
// 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 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Drought |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2018 Spring Creek Fire |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (970) 244-1800 |
| Emergency Shelters | 6 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-70 US-50 CO-141 CO-65 |
// County Profile
| County | Mesa County CO |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| Population | 154 |
| Area | 3,329 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
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