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wildfire Wildfire Risk in San Francisco, CA

Risk Level: Low — Score 1/10

FEMA: 1Historical: 6

Key Risk Factors

  • 17 events recorded in proximity in recent decades

Peak season: June-November

Last significant event: Wildfire - E of Vallejo, California - United States (2022-05-29)

Highest Risk Cities for Wildfires

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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 8
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 7Historical: 6
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FEMA: 7Historical: 1
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FEMA: 7Historical: 5
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FEMA: 7Historical: 7
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FEMA: 7Historical: 7
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FEMA: 7Historical: 10
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FEMA: 7Historical: 6
San Francisco is not in the top 10 for wildfire risk among tracked cities.

How San Francisco Compares

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Notable Wildfire Events Near San Francisco

Wildfire - Marin County (Woodward Fire), California, United States

August 24, 2020 WARNING

Impact data not available

Fires - California, United States

February 22, 2012 WARNING

Impact data not available

Wildfire - E of Vallejo, California - United States

May 28, 2022 WARNING

Impact data not available

Wildfire - Napa County (15-10 Fire), California, United States

August 17, 2020 WARNING

Impact data not available

Wildfires - Santa Cruz and San Mateo Counties (CZU Lightning Complex), California, United States

August 18, 2020 WARNING

Impact data not available

Wildfire Preparedness Tips

  • 1.Create defensible space around your home — clear brush within 30 feet
  • 2.Use fire-resistant building materials for roofing and siding
  • 3.Keep an evacuation go-bag packed and ready
  • 4.Sign up for local emergency alerts and evacuation notifications
  • 5.Know at least two evacuation routes from your area

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