South Dakota Natural Disaster & Home Risk Profile (SD) | HomeRiskMap

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

Risk levels in South Dakota

Winter Storms South Dakota experiences some of the most severe winter weather in the United States, including blizzards, extreme cold, heavy snow, and… Very High Tornadoes South Dakota is at a significant risk for tornadoes, with the eastern plains particularly vulnerable during spring and early summer. These… High Drought South Dakota has a high risk of drought, with periodic dry spells that can stress water supplies and increase wildfire danger. Drought… High Severe Storms Severe storms are a significant hazard in South Dakota, rated Level 4 out of 5, with the eastern part of the state most exposed to… High Flooding South Dakota has a moderate (Level 3 of 5) flood risk according to FEMA, with spring snowmelt, ice jams, and severe thunderstorms affecting… Moderate Wildfires South Dakota faces a moderate (level 3 of 5) risk of wildfires, primarily driven by grassland fires in the prairies and forest fires in the… Moderate Extreme Heat South Dakota faces a moderate risk of extreme heat, with summer temperatures that can climb above 100°F and occasionally persist for days.… Moderate Hurricanes South Dakota has a very low (Level 1) hurricane risk because it is far inland and no direct hurricane strike is possible. However, the… Very Low Earthquakes South Dakota has a very low earthquake risk, rated level 1 out of 5 by FEMA. While occasional minor tremors can occur, they rarely cause… Very Low Landslides South Dakota has a low (Level 1) landslide risk. Most landslides are small and localized, affecting steep slopes in the Black Hills, the… Very Low