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5
High

earthquake Earthquake Risk in Zurich, Switzerland

Risk Level: High — Score 5/10

Risk: 5Historical: 0

Key Risk Factors

  • Moderate risk rating for Zurich based on ThinkHazard (Earthquake)

Last significant event: No significant events on record

Highest Risk Cities for Earthquakes

1
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
2
FEMA: 9Historical: 3
3
FEMA: 9Historical: 3
4
FEMA: 9Historical: 0
5
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
6
FEMA: 9Historical: 3
7
Risk: 9Historical: 8
8
Risk: 9Historical: 10
9
Risk: 9Historical: 8
10
Risk: 9Historical: 10
Zurich is not in the top 10 for earthquake risk among tracked cities.

How Zurich Compares

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Earthquake Preparedness Tips

  • 1.Secure heavy furniture and appliances to walls
  • 2.Create a family earthquake plan with meeting points
  • 3.Keep an emergency kit with water, food, flashlight, and first aid supplies
  • 4.Learn how to shut off gas, water, and electricity
  • 5.Practice Drop, Cover, and Hold On drills regularly

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