7
Very High
High Wind Risk in Baltimore, MD
Risk Level: Very High — Score 7/10
FEMA: 7Historical: 8
Key Risk Factors
- FEMA rates Baltimore's county as Relatively High risk
- Estimated annual loss of $3M from this hazard type
- 15 events recorded in proximity in recent decades
- 13 events in the last 12 months indicate ongoing risk
- Average annual frequency: 8.1 events per year
Last significant event: Gale - Chesapeake Bay region, Maryland, United States (2026-01-26) — 903 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for High Winds
Baltimore is not in the top 10 for high wind risk among tracked cities.
How Baltimore Compares
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Notable High Wind Events Near Baltimore
Gale - Chesapeake Bay region, Maryland, United States
November 15, 2025 — WATCH
1,140 people exposed; $1,207M capital exposed
Gale - Chesapeake Bay _ adjacent Maryland waters, United States
December 18, 2025 — WATCH
1,140 people exposed; $1,207M capital exposed
Gale - Chesapeake Bay area, Maryland, United States
November 25, 2025 — WARNING
886 people exposed; $1,207M capital exposed
Gale - Central Maryland, United States
November 15, 2025 — WARNING
446 people exposed; $1,153M capital exposed
Gale - Chesapeake Bay region, Maryland, United States
January 25, 2026 — WARNING
903 people exposed; $1,207M capital exposed
High Wind Preparedness Tips
- 1.Secure loose outdoor items — patio furniture, trash cans, decorations
- 2.Trim trees and remove dead branches that could fall on structures
- 3.Reinforce garage doors and ensure roof shingles are properly fastened
- 4.Avoid driving high-profile vehicles during high wind warnings
- 5.Stay away from windows during severe wind events
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Winter Storm Risk in Baltimore
Score: 9/10
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Score: 1/10
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Score: 7/10
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Score: 0/10
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Score: 0/10
High Wind Risk in Washington, DC
Score: 9/10
High Wind Risk in Philadelphia, PA
Score: 7/10
High Wind Risk in New York, NY
Score: 9/10
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