California Natural Disaster & Home Risk Profile (CA) | HomeRiskMap

California is located in the West region of the United States. The most significant natural hazards for homeowners in California are wildfires, earthquakes, drought. Each hazard below is rated from 1 (very low) to 5 (very high) based on public hazard data, with practical guidance on what the rating means for your home.

Emergency preparedness in California is coordinated by the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services, which publishes alerts, evacuation information and preparedness guides for residents.

Risk levels in California

Wildfires California is among the most exposed states in the nation when it comes to wildfires. The risk is very high, and every homeowner should… Very High Earthquakes California is among the most exposed states in the nation when it comes to earthquakes. The risk is very high, and every homeowner should… Very High Drought California is among the most exposed states in the nation when it comes to drought. The risk is very high, and every homeowner should treat… Very High Flooding flooding represents a high risk for homeowners in California. Damaging events occur frequently, and preparing your home and family ahead of… High Extreme Heat extreme heat represents a high risk for homeowners in California. Damaging events occur frequently, and preparing your home and family… High Landslides landslides represents a high risk for homeowners in California. Damaging events occur frequently, and preparing your home and family ahead… High Winter Storms winter storms poses a low risk in California. Significant events are infrequent, but localized incidents do occur and basic preparedness… Low Severe Storms severe storms poses a low risk in California. Significant events are infrequent, but localized incidents do occur and basic preparedness… Low Hurricanes California faces a very low risk from hurricanes compared with most other states. While major events are uncommon, homeowners should still… Very Low Tornadoes California faces a very low risk from tornadoes compared with most other states. While major events are uncommon, homeowners should still… Very Low