5
High
Drought Risk in Tucson, AZ
Risk Level: High — Score 5/10
FEMA: 5Historical: 10
Key Risk Factors
- Moderate risk rating based on FEMA National Risk Index
- Estimated annual loss of $459K from this hazard type
- 3 events on record in proximity
- Average annual frequency: 57.3 events per year
- Largest recent event exposed 24,500,000 people
Peak season: June-September
Last significant event: Drought - Southwestern United States (2024-04-11) — 20,375,000 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for Droughts
Tucson is not in the top 10 for drought risk among tracked cities.
How Tucson Compares
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Notable Drought Events Near Tucson
Drought - Southern United States
April 16, 2023 — WARNING
24,500,000 people exposed; $2,630,998M capital exposed
Drought - Southwestern United States
April 10, 2024 — WARNING
20,375,000 people exposed; $2,222,366M capital exposed
Drought - Central United States
November 6, 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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