Moderate Risk California  ·  Wildfire / Earthquake

Tuolumne County CA

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

7/ 10
Threat Score
Population
55
Area
2,235
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Wildfire / Earthquake
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Tuolumne County CA in California faces wildfire / earthquake risk across its 2,235 square mile area. Sonora serves this Sierra Nevada county site of the 2013 Rim Fire near Yosemite. Tuolumne serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Recommended Supplies

Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 7 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Wildfire / Earthquake
Secondary Hazard Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 8
Last Major Event 2013 Rim Fire
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (209) 533-5511
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Tuolumne County CA
State California (CA)
Population 55
Area 2,235 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Other California Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

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

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Don Pedro Dam CA
Major Dam  ·  La Grange, CA  ·  Turlock and Modesto Irrigation Districts  ·  20-mi risk zone
7/10 High

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