Low Risk Washington  ·  Wildfire / Flash Flooding

Walla Walla County WA

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
60
Area
1,271
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Wildfire / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Walla Walla County WA in Washington faces wildfire / flash flooding risk across its 1,271 square mile area. Walla Walla serves this southeast Washington county known for wine and Whitman College. Walla Walla 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 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) 524-2900
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Walla Walla County WA
State Washington (WA)
Population 60
Area 1,271 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Walla Walla WA

// Cities in This County

// Other Washington Counties