Yavapai County in central Arizona was the site of the Yarnell Hill Fire in 2013, which killed 19 Granite Mountain Hotshots in the deadliest wildfire for firefighters since 9/11. Prescott and surrounding communities face serious ongoing wildfire risk from the dry chaparral terrain. The county also faces flash flooding in its numerous canyon drainages during monsoon season.
// 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 | 7 / 10 High Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Extreme Heat |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Wildfire Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 34 |
| Last Major Event | Yarnell Hill Fire (2013) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 4–5 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (928) 771-3322 |
| Emergency Shelters | 14 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-17 North, AZ-69 East, AZ-89 North, US-93 South |
// County Profile
| County | Yavapai County AZ |
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
| Population | 243,604 |
| Area | 8128 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone X (Wildfire Risk) |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
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