7
Very High
High Wind Risk in Louisville, KY
Risk Level: Very High — Score 7/10
FEMA: 7Historical: 9
Key Risk Factors
- FEMA rates Louisville's county as Relatively High risk
- Estimated annual loss of $2M from this hazard type
- 2 events on record in proximity
- 1 event(s) in the last 12 months
- Average annual frequency: 6.2 events per year
Last significant event: Wind - Southern Indiana, Central/Eastern Kentucky _ NE Tennessee, United States (2025-10-19) — 3,480,000 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for High Winds
Louisville is not in the top 10 for high wind risk among tracked cities.
How Louisville Compares
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Notable High Wind Events Near Louisville
Wind - Southern Indiana, Central/Eastern Kentucky _ NE Tennessee, United States
October 18, 2025 — ADVISORY
3,480,000 people exposed; $382,978M capital exposed
High Winds - Central United States
November 26, 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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