7
Very High
Earthquake Risk in Nevada
Overall State Risk Score: 7/10
Nevada faces very high earthquake risk. 2 of 17 counties (12%) rated high or very high by FEMA National Risk Index.
Seasonal pattern: Year-round
Highest-Risk Cities in Nevada
Notable Earthquake Events
Earthquake - 5.9 - 6 km E of Dayton, Nevada
December 3, 2025 — WATCH
Las Vegas, NV
780,000 people exposed; $99,014M capital exposed
Earthquake - 5.8 - 28 km SE of Silver Springs, Nevada
December 8, 2024 — WATCH
Las Vegas, NV
492,000 people exposed; $64,349M capital exposed
Earthquake - 5.8 - 22 km NNE of Yerington, Nevada
December 8, 2024 — WATCH
Las Vegas, NV
18,200 people exposed; $1,290M capital exposed
Other Hazards in Nevada
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