Washington Natural Disaster & Home Risk Profile (WA) | HomeRiskMap

Washington is located in the West region of the United States. The most significant natural hazards for homeowners in Washington are earthquakes, flooding, wildfires. 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 Washington is coordinated by the Washington Emergency Management Division, which publishes alerts, evacuation information and preparedness guides for residents.

Risk levels in Washington

Earthquakes Washington is among the most exposed states in the nation when it comes to earthquakes. The risk is very high, and every homeowner should… Very High Flooding flooding represents a high risk for homeowners in Washington. Damaging events occur frequently, and preparing your home and family ahead of… High Wildfires wildfires represents a high risk for homeowners in Washington. Damaging events occur frequently, and preparing your home and family ahead… High Landslides landslides represents a high risk for homeowners in Washington. Damaging events occur frequently, and preparing your home and family ahead… High Winter Storms Washington has a moderate risk of winter storms. Damaging events happen regularly enough that homeowners should understand their exposure,… Moderate Extreme Heat extreme heat poses a low risk in Washington. Significant events are infrequent, but localized incidents do occur and basic preparedness… Low Drought drought poses a low risk in Washington. Significant events are infrequent, but localized incidents do occur and basic preparedness protects… Low Severe Storms severe storms poses a low risk in Washington. Significant events are infrequent, but localized incidents do occur and basic preparedness… Low Hurricanes Washington faces a very low risk from hurricanes compared with most other states. While major events are uncommon, homeowners should still… Very Low Tornadoes Washington faces a very low risk from tornadoes compared with most other states. While major events are uncommon, homeowners should still… Very Low