7
Very High
Extreme Heat Risk in New Orleans, LA
Risk Level: Very High — Score 7/10
FEMA: 7Historical: 7
Key Risk Factors
- FEMA rates New Orleans's county as Relatively High risk
- Estimated annual loss of $8M from this hazard type
- 2 events on record in proximity
- 2 event(s) in the last 12 months
- Average annual frequency: 14.2 events per year
Peak season: June-September
Last significant event: Cold Weather - Southeast Louisiana and Southern Mississippi, United States (2026-02-02) — 635,000 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for Extreme Heats
New Orleans is not in the top 10 for extreme heat risk among tracked cities.
How New Orleans Compares
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Notable Extreme Heat Events Near New Orleans
Extreme Cold - Southeast Louisiana, United States
January 30, 2026 — WATCH
317,000 people exposed; $34,322M capital exposed
Cold Weather - Southeast Louisiana and Southern Mississippi, United States
February 1, 2026 — ADVISORY
635,000 people exposed; $58,896M capital exposed
Extreme Heat Preparedness Tips
- 1.Stay hydrated — drink water regularly even if you don’t feel thirsty
- 2.Avoid outdoor activities during peak heat hours (10 AM – 4 PM)
- 3.Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke
- 4.Check on elderly neighbors and those without air conditioning
- 5.Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle
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Score: 3/10
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Score: 1/10
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Score: 9/10
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Score: 5/10
Winter Storm Risk in New Orleans
Score: 7/10
Landslide Risk in New Orleans
Score: 1/10
Drought Risk in New Orleans
Score: 3/10
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Score: 3/10
Tsunami Risk in New Orleans
Score: 0/10
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Score: 9/10
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Score: 7/10
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Score: 5/10
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