Natural Disaster Risk in Bliss

Natural Hazard Profile: Bliss, Idaho

Bliss is a small community of about 670 in Gooding County, in the Great Plains. The area experiences dry summers, cold winters, and significant wildfire risk, with a high fire danger period from July through September shaping the pattern of natural hazards that residents encounter. Understanding the local risk profile is essential for anyone living in, moving to, or owning property in Bliss.

FEMA rates Bliss's composite natural disaster risk at 5.0 out of 10 — moderate risk. The threat of wildfire dominates the local risk environment, with hot, dry summers and abundant fuel creating dangerous fire conditions each year. Residents should also account for volcano and avalanche risk in their preparedness planning.

Bliss's risk score, near the 5.1/10 state average and near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA for Gooding County, the highest-scoring are wildfire, volcano, and avalanche. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

With a moderate risk rating, Bliss residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for wildfire is recommended.