Vermont Natural Disaster & Home Risk Profile (VT) | HomeRiskMap

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

Risk levels in Vermont

Winter Storms Vermont faces one of the highest winter storm risks in the nation, with heavy snow, ice, and extreme cold affecting every county. These… Very High Flooding Vermont faces a moderate (level 3 of 5) flood risk driven by its mountainous terrain, river valleys, and seasonal weather patterns.… Moderate Earthquakes Vermont has a low to moderate earthquake risk, rated 2 out of 5 by FEMA. While no major destructive earthquakes have occurred in the… Low Drought Drought risk in Vermont is relatively low compared with western states, but the state can still experience dry periods that strain water… Low Landslides Vermont has a moderate, localized risk of landslides, rated level 2 out of 5. The greatest hazards occur on steep slopes, especially in… Low Severe Storms Severe storms in Vermont bring damaging winds, hail, lightning, and the possibility of tornadoes, especially from late spring through… Low Hurricanes Hurricanes rarely directly affect Vermont, but the state can experience remnants of tropical systems, bringing heavy rain and flooding. The… Very Low Tornadoes Tornadoes are rare in Vermont, rated Level 1 of 5 on FEMA's National Risk Index, indicating very low risk. When tornadoes do occur, they… Very Low Wildfires Wildfire risk in Vermont is very low, rated Level 1 of 5. The state experiences occasional brush and forest fires, mostly in spring and… Very Low Extreme Heat Vermont has a low relative risk of extreme heat compared to other US states, but heat waves can still occur, especially in summer. These… Very Low