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Natural Disaster Risk β€” ZIP Code 95975

Rough And Ready, California

5.7out of 10
Moderate Risk

Risk Summary for ZIP 95975

ZIP 95975 scores 5.7/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Wildfire.

Top Hazards

Wildfire Avalanche Landslide

All 18 Hazard Scores

Wildfire
9.9
Avalanche
9.8
Landslide
9.6
Volcanic Activity
9.6
Earthquake
9.3
Lightning
7.4
Winter Weather
7.3
Extreme Heat
6.3
Hail
5.6
Tsunami
5.4
Coastal Flooding
4.9
Tornado
2.8
Hurricane
2.4
Strong Wind
2.4
Drought
1.7
Ice Storm
1.3
Cold Wave
1.2
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

ZIP 95975
5.7
California avg.
5.9
US national avg.
4.5

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🏠 What this means for insurance

Average risk β€” standard coverage usually sufficient

This area carries average natural disaster risk. A standard homeowners or renters policy should cover common events, but review the exclusions for floods and earthquakes, which are almost never included by default.

This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 95975, California

ZIP 95975 in Rough And Ready sits in the western mountain region near the Pacific Coast. Its Mediterranean climate produces dry summers and mild, wet winters with pronounced drought cycles, and notably a critical fire season from late summer through fall. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 95975 carries an overall risk score of 5.7/10, placing it in the moderate category. Wildfire is the primary natural hazard, driven by dry seasonal conditions, fire-prone vegetation, and the wind patterns that can spread flames rapidly across the landscape. The area also faces notable exposure to avalanche and landslide.

Within California, ZIP 95975's risk is, near the 5.9/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of California identifies wildfire as the foremost hazard, followed by avalanche and landslide. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, ZIP 95975 residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices β€” 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.

What this means for ZIP 95975: Wildfire preparedness

  • Prepare a go-bag and evacuation plan; wildfires can move faster than expected when winds pick up.
  • Create defensible space by clearing flammable vegetation within 30–100 feet of structures.
  • Use fire-resistant roofing and screen vents to block ember intrusion, the leading cause of home ignition.

Risk for the surrounding area

Local Factors for ZIP 95975

These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 95975 from other communities in California County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

1,088

Small Town

Geographic Zone

Pacific Coast

Tsunami, coastal flood & wildfire risk

Climate Band

Moderate Continental

Latitude 39.2Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

High β€” long dry fire season

Fire score: 9.9/10

Coordinates

39.2244Β° N, 121.1537Β° W

Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.

Recent Climate Data for ZIP 95975

Last 12 months Β· Source: Open-Meteo archive

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Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). County-level data applied to ZIP codes within each county. Scores are normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. This information is for general awareness only β€” consult official emergency management resources and a licensed insurer for property-specific advice.