Rhode Island Natural Disaster & Home Risk Profile (RI) | HomeRiskMap

Rhode Island is located in the Northeast region of the United States. The most significant natural hazards for homeowners in Rhode Island are winter storms, flooding, 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 Rhode Island is coordinated by the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency, which publishes alerts, evacuation information and preparedness guides for residents.

Risk levels in Rhode Island

Winter Storms Rhode Island faces significant winter storm risk, including nor'easters with heavy snow, ice, and coastal flooding. Winter storms can… High Flooding Flooding in Rhode Island can come from coastal storms, rivers overflowing, and heavy local downpours, making it a concern for many homes… Moderate Hurricanes Rhode Island has a moderate, level 3 of 5 hurricane risk due to its coastal location. Storm surge and flooding pose the biggest threats,… Moderate Severe Storms Rhode Island faces a moderate (Level 3 of 5) risk of severe storms, including damaging winds, hail, lightning, and occasional tornadoes.… Moderate Extreme Heat Rhode Island has a relatively low but real risk of extreme heat, with summer heat waves and urban heat island effects in cities like… Low Drought Rhode Island experiences periodic drought, typically rated as a moderate (Level 2 of 5) hazard. While the state's humid climate provides… Low Tornadoes Rhode Island has a very low tornado risk, rated level 1 of 5. Tornadoes are rare but possible, usually weak and short-lived. Coastal… Very Low Wildfires Rhode Island has a low but real risk of wildfires, rated 1 out of 5 nationally. Fires are most likely in dry spring and fall months,… Very Low Earthquakes Rhode Island has a very low risk of earthquakes, rated level 1 out of 5. While small tremors are possible, the state has no major active… Very Low Landslides Rhode Island has a low overall risk of landslides (Level 1 of 5), but localized slope failures can occur in areas with steep terrain,… Very Low