Each part of the country faces its own set of natural hazards and risks. You can see your community’s risks on the National Risk Index map.
You can reduce the risks to your home and community. Use these resources to learn about the natural hazards you face and the steps you can take to reduce your risk.
Flooding
Strong Wind
Severe Storm
Heat and Drought
Winter and Cold
Geologic
Flooding Hazards
When you think of flooding, you might picture hurricanes or high tides on the coasts. But damaging floods can occur along rivers and other bodies of water. Extreme weather and storms make flooding more likely. These resources can help you protect your community from flooding.
Hurricane
Strong Wind Hazards
Strong winds can cause severe damage to homes and businesses. Severe wind events like thunderstorms, tornadoes and hurricanes are becoming more common. Learn how to help secure your community and your home from strong wind events.
Severe Storm Hazards
Wind and flooding are the most severe storm risks. Still, lightning and hail can also cause damage during a severe storm.
Heat and Drought Hazards
Heat can be one of the most dangerous hazards. Thousands of Americans suffer from heat-related illnesses and deaths each year. Drought and wildfires can also affect agriculture and cause severe damage to communities and infrastructure. Here’s how to protect your home and community.
Wildfire
Drought
Winter and Cold Hazards
Extreme cold temperatures, ice and winter storms can cause power outages and damage to infrastructure.
Geologic Hazards
Earth-related events like earthquakes, avalanches, and volcanic activity can damage communities and lives. Learn some steps you and your community can take to protect your property and loved ones.
Earthquake
- Earthquake Safety at Home FEMA P-530
- Vulnerability-Based Seismic Assessment and Retrofit of One- and Two-Family Dwellings (FEMA P-1100), Volume 1, Volume 2A, Volume 2B and Volume 2C
- Simplified Seismic Assessment and Retrofit Guidelines for Detached, Single-Family Wood-Frame Dwellings
- Homebuilders' Guide to Earthquake-Resistant Design and Construction (FEMA P-232)
- Protect Your Property from Earthquakes
- Mitigating the Impacts of an Earthquake on Your Property
- Seismic Building Codes