San Diego County faces severe and recurring wildfire risk, driven by hot Santa Ana winds, steep chaparral-covered terrain, and prolonged drought. The 2003 Cedar Fire burned over 280,000 acres and killed 15 people. Earthquake risk from the Rose Canyon Fault near downtown San Diego adds a second critical threat vector.
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 8 / 10 High Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Earthquake |
| Secondary Hazard | Drought |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Seismic High Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 58 |
| Last Major Event | Cedar Fire (2003) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 3–4 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (858) 565-5255 |
| Emergency Shelters | 72 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-5 North, I-15 North, I-8 East, SR-76 East |
// County Profile
| County | San Diego County CA |
| State | California (CA) |
| Population | 3,286,069 |
| Area | 4261 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone X (Seismic High Risk) |
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// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.