New York Natural Disaster & Home Risk Profile (NY) | HomeRiskMap

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

Risk levels in New York

Flooding New York faces significant flood risk from coastline storms, heavy rainfall, and river flooding. The state is rated level 4 out of 5 on… High Winter Storms New York experiences frequent and severe winter storms, including lake-effect snow, blizzards, and ice storms, particularly in western and… High Hurricanes New York faces a moderate (level 3 of 5) hurricane risk from Atlantic tropical cyclones, with coastal areas like Long Island and New York… Moderate Severe Storms Severe thunderstorms are a level 3 risk in New York, meaning the state faces a significant chance of damaging winds, large hail, and… Moderate Tornadoes New York has a moderate tornado risk (level 2 of 5); tornadoes are possible but less frequent than in the central U.S. They most often… Low Earthquakes New York has a low but real earthquake risk, rated level 2 of 5 in the National Risk Index. The state experiences occasional small to… Low Extreme Heat Extreme heat in New York is most common during summer, with the highest risk in urban areas like New York City due to the urban heat island… Low Drought New York is rated level 2 of 5 for drought risk, meaning drought is possible but generally less severe than in many other states. Dry… Low Landslides New York has a relatively low but real risk of landslides, especially in steep-sloped regions like the Hudson Valley, Catskills, and… Low Wildfires Wildfire risk in New York is low compared to western states, but brush fires and wildfires can still occur, particularly during dry spring… Very Low