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 one of the highest-risk states for earthquakes in the U.S., with a combination of offshore subduction zone, deep intraplate,… Very High Flooding Washington faces a significant flooding risk (level 4 of 5) due to its coastal geography, mountain snowpack, and frequent heavy rains.… High Wildfires Wildfire risk in Washington is significant, especially in the drier, central and eastern parts of the state, where fire seasons are… High Landslides Washington is rated level 4 of 5 for landslide risk, with the greatest hazards in western Washington and the Cascade Range. Heavy rainfall,… High Winter Storms Winter storms in Washington vary by region, bringing heavy snow to the mountains and occasional ice or freezing rain to lowland areas. The… Moderate Extreme Heat Washington is rated Level 2 of 5 for extreme heat risk. While the state is known for mild weather, heat waves can bring dangerous… Low Drought Washington faces periodic drought conditions, with the eastern and central parts of the state generally more exposed than the wetter… Low Severe Storms Washington experiences fewer severe thunderstorms than many other states, but they do occur, especially east of the Cascades. Damaging… Low Hurricanes Washington state faces a very low hurricane risk, rated level 1 of 5, because the Pacific Ocean's cool waters rarely support tropical… Very Low Tornadoes Washington has a low risk of tornadoes, rated level 1 out of 5, but they do occur a few times each year. Most are weak (EF0 or EF1),… Very Low