3
Moderate
Drought Risk in New Orleans, LA
Risk Level: Moderate — Score 3/10
FEMA: 3Historical: 10
Key Risk Factors
- Estimated annual loss of $186K from this hazard type
- 2 events on record in proximity
- 1 event(s) in the last 12 months
- Average annual frequency: 20.8 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
New Orleans is not in the top 10 for drought risk among tracked cities.
How New Orleans Compares
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Notable Drought Events Near New Orleans
Drought - Mississippi Valley/Southern United States
September 17, 2025 — WARNING
72,100,000 people exposed; $8,950,064M capital exposed
Drought - Southern United States
April 16, 2023 — WARNING
24,500,000 people exposed; $2,630,998M 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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Earthquake Risk in New Orleans
Score: 3/10
Wildfire Risk in New Orleans
Score: 1/10
Hurricane Risk in New Orleans
Score: 9/10
Flood Risk in New Orleans
Score: 7/10
Tornado Risk in New Orleans
Score: 5/10
Winter Storm Risk in New Orleans
Score: 7/10
Landslide Risk in New Orleans
Score: 1/10
Extreme Heat Risk in New Orleans
Score: 7/10
High Wind Risk in New Orleans
Score: 3/10
Tsunami Risk in New Orleans
Score: 0/10
Drought Risk in Houston, TX
Score: 5/10
Drought Risk in Memphis, TN
Score: 3/10
Drought Risk in Atlanta, GA
Score: 0/10
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