Natural Disaster Risk in Clio

Natural Hazard Profile: Clio, California

Located in the western mountain region near the Pacific Coast in Plumas County, Clio is a small unincorporated community. The Mediterranean climate that characterizes this part of California — marked by dry summers and mild, wet winters with pronounced drought cycles — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Clio a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

Clio's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.5/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Volcanic hazard exposure defines the local risk environment, driven by proximity to one of the most active volcanic systems in the United States. Secondary hazards include wildfire and earthquake.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Clio's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly below the 5.9/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by volcano and wildfire, as measured by FEMA across Plumas County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

Clio's moderate risk profile means that while catastrophic events are less frequent, they do occur. Standard homeowners insurance typically covers many common hazards here, but confirming that volcano exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.