Colorado Natural Disaster & Home Risk Profile (CO) | HomeRiskMap

Colorado is located in the West region of the United States. The most significant natural hazards for homeowners in Colorado are wildfires, winter storms, 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 Colorado is coordinated by the Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, which publishes alerts, evacuation information and preparedness guides for residents.

Risk levels in Colorado

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