Wisconsin Natural Disaster & Home Risk Profile (WI) | HomeRiskMap

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

Risk levels in Wisconsin

Winter Storms Wisconsin faces an above-average risk of winter storms, including heavy snowfall, blizzards, ice, and extreme cold. These storms can damage… Very High Severe Storms Wisconsin faces a significant severe storm threat, including thunderstorms, tornadoes, large hail, and damaging winds. The state is rated… High Flooding Flooding is a significant natural hazard in Wisconsin, with a moderate Level 3 risk rating. Floods commonly occur from heavy spring rains,… Moderate Tornadoes Wisconsin faces a moderate (level 3 of 5) tornado risk, with the highest activity in the southern and central regions during spring and… Moderate Extreme Heat Extreme heat presents a moderate but growing risk to Wisconsin homes, particularly in urban areas like Milwaukee and Madison. While the… Low Drought Drought risk in Wisconsin is rated Level 2 (relatively low) among U.S. states, but the state can still experience periodic dry spells that… Low Hurricanes Wisconsin faces a very low risk of direct hurricane impacts due to its inland location, but remnants of tropical storms and hurricanes can… Very Low Wildfires Wildfire risk in Wisconsin is low compared to western states, but dry conditions can still lead to fires that threaten homes. A level 1… Very Low Earthquakes Earthquakes are extremely rare in Wisconsin, which has one of the lowest seismic hazard levels in the nation. While small tremors have been… Very Low Landslides Landslide risk in Wisconsin is low overall, rated Level 1 of 5, but localized landslides can occur in areas with steep slopes, such as the… Very Low