Tennessee Natural Disaster & Home Risk Profile (TN) | HomeRiskMap

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

Risk levels in Tennessee

Flooding Tennessee faces a significant flood risk, rated level 4 out of 5. The state experiences flash floods, river flooding, and urban stormwater… High Tornadoes Tennessee has a high tornado risk, with tornadoes occurring year-round but especially in spring and fall. The western and middle parts of… High Severe Storms Tennessee faces a high risk of severe storms, including tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail, particularly in the spring and fall.… High Earthquakes Tennessee faces a moderate earthquake risk (level 3 of 5) driven by the New Madrid Seismic Zone in the west and the Eastern Tennessee… Moderate Extreme Heat Extreme heat is a significant hazard in Tennessee, rated Level 3 out of 5 for risk. Hot, humid summers with heat index values well above… Moderate Wildfires Tennessee has a moderate wildfire risk level of 2 out of 5, with the greatest danger concentrated in eastern forests during dry fall and… Low Winter Storms Tennessee experiences winter storms each year, with moderate risk statewide and higher risk in eastern highlands. Ice storms can cause… Low Drought Tennessee has a relatively low drought risk, rated level 2 of 5, but dry spells can still occur, especially in late summer and fall.… Low Landslides Tennessee is rated level 2 of 5 for landslide risk, meaning some areas—especially hilly eastern counties and steep slopes—face a… Low Hurricanes Tennessee is at low risk for direct hurricane hits, but tropical remnants can bring heavy rain, flooding, and tornadoes far inland. Western… Very Low