Natural Disaster Risk in Coquille

Natural Hazard Profile: Coquille, Oregon

Coquille, in Coos County, is a town of roughly 6,056 residents situated in the western mountain region near the Pacific Coast. Its oceanic climate brings mild, wet winters on the coast and semi-arid conditions inland, and in particular a high wildfire risk period in the dry summer months. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Coquille residents and property owners must navigate.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, Coquille carries an overall risk score of 5.1/10, placing it in the moderate category. Tsunami risk is the primary coastal hazard, driven by the area's proximity to seismically active offshore zones capable of generating ocean waves that inundate low-lying coastlines. The area also faces notable exposure to earthquake and coastal flood.

Within Oregon, Coquille's risk is, slightly below the 5.7/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Coos County identifies tsunami as the foremost hazard, followed by earthquake and coastal flood. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, Coquille 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 tsunami is recommended.