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Drought Risk in Philadelphia, PA
Risk Level: Low — Score 1/10
FEMA: 1Historical: 9
Key Risk Factors
- 1 events on record in proximity
- Average annual frequency: 5.8 events per year
- Largest recent event exposed 16,600,000 people
Peak season: June-September
Last significant event: Drought - Eastern United States (2024-07-01) — 16,600,000 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for Droughts
Philadelphia is not in the top 10 for drought risk among tracked cities.
How Philadelphia Compares
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Notable Drought Events Near Philadelphia
Drought - Eastern United States
June 30, 2024 — WARNING
16,600,000 people exposed; $3,775,573M 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: 7/10
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Score: 1/10
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Score: 7/10
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Score: 9/10
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Score: 7/10
Winter Storm Risk in Philadelphia
Score: 9/10
Landslide Risk in Philadelphia
Score: 3/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Philadelphia
Score: 9/10
High Wind Risk in Philadelphia
Score: 7/10
Tsunami Risk in Philadelphia
Score: 0/10
Drought Risk in New York, NY
Score: 0/10
Drought Risk in Baltimore, MD
Score: 0/10
Drought Risk in Washington, DC
Score: 0/10
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