3
Moderate
Drought Risk in Columbus, OH
Risk Level: Moderate — Score 3/10
FEMA: 3Historical: 10
Key Risk Factors
- Estimated annual loss of $244K from this hazard type
- 1 events on record in proximity
- 1 event(s) in the last 12 months
- Average annual frequency: 1.6 events per year
- Largest recent event exposed 72,100,000 people
Peak season: June-September
Last significant event: Drought - Mississippi Valley/Southern United States (2025-09-18) — 72,100,000 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for Droughts
Columbus is not in the top 10 for drought risk among tracked cities.
How Columbus Compares
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Notable Drought Events Near Columbus
Drought - Mississippi Valley/Southern United States
September 17, 2025 — WARNING
72,100,000 people exposed; $8,950,064M capital exposed
Drought Preparedness Tips
- 1.Reduce water usage — fix leaks, use water-efficient appliances
- 2.Use drought-resistant landscaping and native plants
- 3.Follow local water use restrictions and conservation guidelines
- 4.Store emergency water supplies for drinking and sanitation
- 5.Be aware of increased wildfire risk during drought conditions
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Score: 5/10
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Score: 1/10
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Score: 1/10
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Score: 7/10
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Score: 7/10
Winter Storm Risk in Columbus
Score: 9/10
Landslide Risk in Columbus
Score: 3/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Columbus
Score: 7/10
High Wind Risk in Columbus
Score: 7/10
Tsunami Risk in Columbus
Score: 0/10
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Score: 3/10
Drought Risk in Louisville, KY
Score: 1/10
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Score: 1/10
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