Low Risk Nevada  ·  Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding

Nye County NV

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
46
Area
18,159
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Nye County NV in Nevada faces extreme heat / flash flooding risk across its 18,159 square mile area. Pahrump serves this vast Nevada county that includes Yucca Mountain nuclear waste site. Nye 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 Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Wildfire
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2021 Extreme Heat
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (775) 751-4200
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Nye County NV
State Nevada (NV)
Population 46
Area 18,159 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Mercury NV Pahrump NV

// Cities in This County

// Other Nevada Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.

Yucca Mountain Nevada Nuclear Repository
Nuclear Power Plant  ·  Amargosa Valley, NV  ·  US Department of Energy  ·  5-mi risk zone
8/10 High

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.