Natural Disaster Risk in Camas County

Natural Hazard Profile: Camas County, Idaho

Camas County, in the United States in Idaho, is characterized by its semi-arid climate — dry summers, cold winters, and significant wildfire risk. The county faces a high fire danger period from July through September, and its FEMA risk assessment establishes the hazard baseline shared by all the towns and cities it contains.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, Camas County carries an overall risk score of 3.9/10, placing it in the low category. Avalanche risk is the dominant natural hazard, with steep mountain terrain and heavy seasonal snowpack creating conditions for dangerous snow slides in and around the area. The area also faces notable exposure to volcano and wildfire.

Within Idaho, Camas County's risk is, slightly below the 5.1/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks below the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Camas County identifies avalanche as the foremost hazard, followed by volcano and wildfire. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

Camas County carries a below-average natural disaster risk, reflecting fewer and less severe hazard exposures than typical U.S. communities. Even so, the area's primary risk — avalanche — warrants awareness and appropriate insurance coverage, as lower risk does not mean zero risk.