Pend Oreille County WA in Washington faces wildfire / flash flooding risk across its 1,400 square mile area. Newport on the Pend Oreille River serves this extreme northeast Washington county. Pend Oreille 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 | 2021 Wildfire |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (509) 447-4119 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Pend Oreille County WA |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| Population | 13 |
| Area | 1,400 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
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8/10
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8/10
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7/10
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7/10
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Pacific County WA
Earthquake / Tsunami
7/10
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