7
Very High
High Wind Risk in Kansas City, MO
Risk Level: Very High — Score 7/10
FEMA: 7Historical: 10
Key Risk Factors
- FEMA rates Kansas City's county as Relatively High risk
- Estimated annual loss of $4M from this hazard type
- 3 events on record in proximity
- 2 event(s) in the last 12 months
- Average annual frequency: 6.2 events per year
Last significant event: High Wind - Midwest United States (2025-03-13) — 31,847,000 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for High Winds
Kansas City is not in the top 10 for high wind risk among tracked cities.
How Kansas City Compares
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Notable High Wind Events Near Kansas City
High Wind - Midwest United States
March 12, 2025 — WARNING
31,847,000 people exposed; $3,501,154M capital exposed
High Wind - Southeast United States
March 4, 2025 — WARNING
11,400,000 people exposed; $1,287,904M capital exposed
High Wind - Southern Midwest, United States
March 11, 2019 — WARNING
Impact data not available
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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