7
Very High
Earthquake Risk in San Diego, CA
Risk Level: Very High — Score 7/10
FEMA: 7Historical: 3
Key Risk Factors
- FEMA rates San Diego's county as Relatively High risk
- Estimated annual loss of $426M from this hazard type
- 3 events on record in proximity
- Occurs roughly 0.11 times per year on average
- Located in a seismically active region
Last significant event: Earthquake - 5.2 - 21km N of Borrego Springs, California (2016-06-10)
Highest Risk Cities for Earthquakes
9
San Diego, CA
FEMA: 7Historical: 3
How San Diego Compares
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Notable Earthquake Events Near San Diego
Earthquake - 5.2 - 21km N of Borrego Springs, California
June 9, 2016 — ADVISORY
Impact data not available
5.4 - Southern California
July 6, 2010 — ADVISORY
Impact data not available
Earthquake - 5.2 - 20km NNW of Borrego Springs, CA
June 9, 2016 — ADVISORY
Impact data not available
Earthquake Preparedness Tips
- 1.Secure heavy furniture and appliances to walls
- 2.Create a family earthquake plan with meeting points
- 3.Keep an emergency kit with water, food, flashlight, and first aid supplies
- 4.Learn how to shut off gas, water, and electricity
- 5.Practice Drop, Cover, and Hold On drills regularly
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