Nevada Natural Disaster & Home Risk Profile (NV) | HomeRiskMap

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

Risk levels in Nevada

Wildfires Nevada is the driest state in the nation, and wildfires are a serious year-round threat, especially in summer. The combination of drought,… Very High Extreme Heat Extreme heat is the most severe natural hazard risk in Nevada, rated Level 5 of 5. With a desert climate, the state experiences some of the… Very High Drought Nevada is the driest state in the U.S. and faces a very high drought risk, rated 5 out of 5. Chronic water shortages affect communities,… Very High Earthquakes Nevada is one of the most earthquake-prone states in the US, with active faults scattered throughout the region and a moderate-to-high risk… High Flooding Nevada is rated level 2 of 5 for flooding risk, meaning the state faces relatively low but real danger from floods. Flooding in Nevada is… Low Winter Storms Winter storms in Nevada are most significant in the higher elevations and northern regions, bringing snow, ice, and cold temperatures that… Low Landslides Nevada's landslide risk is rated level 2 of 5, meaning a moderate hazard. Landslides and debris flows can occur in mountainous areas,… Low Severe Storms Nevada has a relatively low but real risk of severe thunderstorms, rated Level 2 of 5 by FEMA. These storms are most common in late spring… Low Hurricanes Nevada is rated level 1 of 5 for hurricane risk, meaning direct hurricane strikes are extremely rare. However, the remnants of eastern… Very Low Tornadoes Tornadoes are rare in Nevada, but they can happen, especially during spring and late-summer thunderstorms. The state's risk is rated very… Very Low