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Drought Risk in Portland, OR
Risk Level: Low — Score 1/10
FEMA: 1Historical: 3
Key Risk Factors
- 4 events on record in proximity
- Average annual frequency: 1.9 events per year
Peak season: June-September
Last significant event: Drought - Northwestern United States (2022-06-30)
Highest Risk Cities for Droughts
Portland is not in the top 10 for drought risk among tracked cities.
How Portland Compares
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Notable Drought Events Near Portland
Drought - Northwestern United States
June 29, 2022 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Drought - Northwestern, United States
December 25, 2019 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Drought - Northwestern United States
June 9, 2019 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Drought - Northwestern United States
March 19, 2019 — WARNING
Impact data not available
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
Wildfire Risk in Portland
Score: 3/10
Hurricane Risk in Portland
Score: 0/10
Flood Risk in Portland
Score: 7/10
Tornado Risk in Portland
Score: 3/10
Winter Storm Risk in Portland
Score: 7/10
Landslide Risk in Portland
Score: 5/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Portland
Score: 7/10
High Wind Risk in Portland
Score: 5/10
Tsunami Risk in Portland
Score: 0/10
Drought Risk in Seattle, WA
Score: 1/10
Drought Risk in Sacramento, CA
Score: 7/10
Drought Risk in Oakland, CA
Score: 5/10
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