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high-wind High Wind Risk in Las Vegas, NV

Risk Level: High — Score 5/10

FEMA: 5Historical: 7

Key Risk Factors

  • Moderate risk rating based on FEMA National Risk Index
  • Estimated annual loss of $804K from this hazard type
  • 3 events on record in proximity
  • 3 event(s) in the last 12 months
  • Occurs roughly 0.30 times per year on average

Last significant event: Wind - Lower Colorado River Valley (CA/AZ/NV), United States (2025-12-28) — 226,000 people exposed

Highest Risk Cities for High Winds

1
New York, NY
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
2
Chicago, IL
FEMA: 9Historical: 7
3
Houston, TX
FEMA: 9Historical: 5
4
Phoenix, AZ
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
5
Dallas, TX
FEMA: 9Historical: 9
6
Indianapolis, IN
FEMA: 9Historical: 1
7
Washington, DC
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
8
Mesa, AZ
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
9
Omaha, NE
FEMA: 9Historical: 9
10
Minneapolis, MN
FEMA: 9Historical: 0
Las Vegas is not in the top 10 for high wind risk among tracked cities.

How Las Vegas Compares

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Notable High Wind Events Near Las Vegas

Dust Storm - Northwestern Arizona, United States

August 23, 2025 — WARNING

194 people exposed; $13M capital exposed

Wind - Lower Colorado River Valley (CA/AZ/NV), United States

December 27, 2025 — ADVISORY

226,000 people exposed; $21,261M capital exposed

Dust Storm - Northwestern Arizona, United States

September 2, 2025 — WARNING

2,800 people exposed; $169M 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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