Texas Natural Disaster & Home Risk Profile (TX) | HomeRiskMap

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

Risk levels in Texas

Flooding Flooding is a severe hazard in Texas, rated 5 out of 5 on HomeRiskMap. The state experiences flash floods, river floods, hurricane storm… Very High Tornadoes Texas faces the highest tornado risk in the United States, with an average of over 100 tornadoes reported each year. The greatest threat… Very High Extreme Heat Extreme heat is a major hazard for Texas homes, with the state rated at the highest risk level. This page explains how heat can damage your… Very High Drought Texas experiences severe and frequent droughts, especially in the western and central parts of the state, where hot summers and variable… Very High Severe Storms Texas has the highest possible severe storm risk, with tornadoes, hail, and destructive winds occurring year-round. The state's geography… Very High Hurricanes Texas faces a very high hurricane risk, with a level 4 of 5 rating. The Gulf Coast experiences frequent tropical storms and hurricanes each… High Wildfires Texas faces a significant wildland fire threat, particularly in West Texas, the Panhandle, and the Hill Country. Wildfires can occur in… High Winter Storms Winter storms in Texas are relatively rare but can bring extreme cold, freezing rain, sleet, and snow, particularly in the northern and… Low Earthquakes Texas has a low risk of earthquakes overall, but localized seismic activity occurs, often linked to oil and gas production in the Permian… Very Low Landslides Texas has a relatively low risk of landslides compared with mountainous states, but localized slides can occur in the Hill Country, along… Very Low