7
Very High
High Wind Risk in Memphis, TN
Risk Level: Very High — Score 7/10
FEMA: 7Historical: 10
Key Risk Factors
- FEMA rates Memphis's county as Relatively High risk
- Estimated annual loss of $1M from this hazard type
- 6 events on record in proximity
- 6 event(s) in the last 12 months
- Average annual frequency: 1.3 events per year
Last significant event: Wind - Southeast Missouri and Northeast Arkansas, United States (2026-02-24) — 274,000 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for High Winds
Memphis is not in the top 10 for high wind risk among tracked cities.
How Memphis Compares
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Notable High Wind Events Near Memphis
Wind - East Arkansas, North Mississippi, Southeast Missouri _ West Tennessee, United States
December 27, 2025 — ADVISORY
1,740,000 people exposed; $215,036M capital exposed
Wind - East Arkansas / North Mississippi / West Tennessee, United States
November 24, 2025 — ADVISORY
2,500,000 people exposed; $290,349M capital exposed
Wind - East Arkansas, Southeast Missouri, and West Tennessee, United States
February 17, 2026 — ADVISORY
1,650,000 people exposed; $212,644M capital exposed
Wind - Mid-South, United States
October 28, 2025 — ADVISORY
1,830,000 people exposed; $223,016M capital exposed
Wind - Southeast Missouri and Northeast Arkansas, United States
February 23, 2026 — ADVISORY
274,000 people exposed; $29,981M 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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