5
High
Drought Risk in Oakland, CA
Risk Level: High — Score 5/10
FEMA: 5Historical: 0
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Open full-screen map →Key Risk Factors
- Moderate risk rating based on FEMA National Risk Index
- Estimated annual loss of $1M from this hazard type
- Average annual frequency: 58.4 events per year
Peak season: June-September
Highest Risk Cities for Droughts
Oakland is not in the top 10 for drought risk among tracked cities.
How Oakland Compares
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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 Oakland
Score: 9/10
Wildfire Risk in Oakland
Score: 7/10
Hurricane Risk in Oakland
Score: 0/10
Flood Risk in Oakland
Score: 9/10
Tornado Risk in Oakland
Score: 5/10
Winter Storm Risk in Oakland
Score: 1/10
Landslide Risk in Oakland
Score: 7/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Oakland
Score: 7/10
High Wind Risk in Oakland
Score: 1/10
Tsunami Risk in Oakland
Score: 3/10
Drought Risk in San Francisco, CA
Score: 5/10
Drought Risk in San Jose, CA
Score: 7/10
Drought Risk in Sacramento, CA
Score: 7/10
How this data is built
Oakland, CA drought risk combines Historical Event Intelligence with authoritative hazard modeling from the Geospatial Intelligence Layers catalog. Live drought monitoring is available through the Event Intelligence API and the DisasterAWARE Platform.
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