North Carolina Natural Disaster & Home Risk Profile (NC) | HomeRiskMap

North Carolina is located in the Southeast region of the United States. The most significant natural hazards for homeowners in North Carolina are hurricanes, flooding, severe 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 North Carolina is coordinated by the North Carolina Emergency Management, which publishes alerts, evacuation information and preparedness guides for residents.

Risk levels in North Carolina

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