Natural Disaster Risk in Harrington

Natural Hazard Profile: Harrington, Washington

Located in the Pacific Northwest in Lincoln County, Harrington is a small community of about 595. The oceanic climate that characterizes this part of Washington — marked by mild, rainy winters west of the Cascades and semi-arid conditions to the east — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Harrington a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

Harrington's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.6/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Fire risk is the leading concern in the area, where seasonal drought and combustible vegetation combine to create a high-risk wildfire environment. Secondary hazards include avalanche and volcano.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Harrington's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, near the 5.8/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by wildfire and avalanche, as measured by FEMA across Lincoln County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a moderate risk rating, Harrington 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.