Low Risk Washington  ·  Wildfire / Flash Flooding

Yakima County WA

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
248
Area
4,296
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Wildfire / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Yakima County WA in Washington faces wildfire / flash flooding risk across its 4,296 square mile area. Yakima serves this large central Washington agricultural county with wildfire and flood risk. Yakima 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) 574-1600
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Yakima County WA
State Washington (WA)
Population 248
Area 4,296 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Yakima WA

// Cities in This County

// Other Washington Counties