Connecticut Natural Disaster & Home Risk Profile (CT) | HomeRiskMap

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

Risk levels in Connecticut

Winter Storms Connecticut faces a significant winter storm risk, rated 4 out of 5, with nor'easters bringing heavy snow, ice, and freezing rain. These… High Flooding Connecticut has a moderate flood risk (level 3 of 5) from coastal storms, river flooding, and heavy rain. Flooding can affect homes in both… Moderate Hurricanes Connecticut faces a moderate (level 3 of 5) hurricane risk, primarily from storms that move north along the Atlantic coast. The greatest… Moderate Severe Storms Connecticut faces a moderate (Level 3 of 5) risk from severe storms, including thunderstorms, high winds, hail, and occasional tornadoes.… Moderate Tornadoes Connecticut has a relatively low tornado risk, rated level 2 out of 5 by FEMA's National Risk Index. Most tornadoes in the state are weak… Low Earthquakes Earthquakes are an infrequent but real hazard in Connecticut. The state is rated level 2 out of 5 on FEMA's National Risk Index, meaning a… Low Extreme Heat Connecticut faces a moderate (Level 2 of 5) risk of extreme heat, with humid summer conditions and urban heat islands raising temperatures… Low Drought Connecticut is rated level 2 of 5 for drought risk, meaning drought is a lower but real concern. Droughts in Connecticut can temporarily… Low Wildfires Connecticut has a low but not zero risk of wildfires, rated Level 1 of 5 by FEMA. Most fires occur in spring and fall in rural or wooded… Very Low Landslides Connecticut has a very low landslide risk, rated Level 1 of 5 by FEMA's National Risk Index. However, localized slope failures can still… Very Low