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

Risk levels in North Dakota

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