Iowa Natural Disaster & Home Risk Profile (IA) | HomeRiskMap

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

Risk levels in Iowa

Flooding Iowa faces a high risk of flooding, rated level 4 of 5, due to its extensive river systems, snowmelt, and heavy rainfall. Both riverine and… High Tornadoes Iowa is one of the most tornado-prone states in the U.S., with a peak season in spring and early summer. While most tornadoes are weak,… High Winter Storms Iowa faces a high risk of winter storms due to its flat landscape and the collision of Arctic and Gulf air masses. Heavy snow, blizzards,… High Severe Storms Iowa faces a high risk of severe storms, including tornadoes, hail, and damaging winds, due to its location in the Midwest's storm-prone… High Extreme Heat Extreme heat poses a significant risk in Iowa, rated level 3 of 5. Summers in the state often bring days of high heat and humidity,… Moderate Drought Iowa's drought risk is moderate, with dry spells most common in summer and fall. Drought can harm foundations, private wells, and… Moderate Hurricanes Hurricane risk in Iowa is very low because the state is far inland and rarely experiences direct impacts from tropical systems. However,… Very Low Wildfires Iowa has a very low risk of wildfires compared with western states, rated Level 1 on FEMA's National Risk Index. However, grass and… Very Low Earthquakes Iowa has a very low earthquake hazard, rated level 1 out of 5, but small earthquakes can still occur in the state. While damage is… Very Low Landslides Iowa has a low overall landslide risk, rating 1 out of 5, but localized slope failures can occur in river bluffs, loess hills, and areas… Very Low