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

Risk levels in Oregon

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