9
Extreme
High Wind Risk in Mesa, AZ
Risk Level: Extreme — Score 9/10
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
Key Risk Factors
- FEMA rates Mesa's county as Very High risk for this hazard
- Estimated annual loss of $9M from this hazard type
- 23 events recorded in proximity in recent decades
- 23 events in the last 12 months indicate ongoing risk
- Average annual frequency: 1.4 events per year
Last significant event: Dust Storm - South Central Arizona, United States (2025-09-26) — 1,560,000 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for High Winds
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Mesa, AZ
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
How Mesa Compares
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Notable High Wind Events Near Mesa
Dust Storm - Maricopa County, Arizona, United States
August 25, 2025 — ADVISORY
46,700 people exposed; $3,947M capital exposed
Dust Storm - Maricopa County, Arizona, United States
August 24, 2025 — ADVISORY
2,840 people exposed; $283M capital exposed
Blowing Dust - South Mountain/Ahwatukee and Southeast Valley, Arizona, United States
August 20, 2025 — ADVISORY
354,000 people exposed; $36,946M capital exposed
Dust Storm - South Central Arizona, United States
September 25, 2025 — ADVISORY
1,560,000 people exposed; $149,995M capital exposed
Dust Storm - South Central Arizona, United States
August 21, 2025 — WARNING
1,350,000 people exposed; $131,910M 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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Score: 5/10
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Score: 7/10
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Score: 9/10
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Score: 5/10
Winter Storm Risk in Mesa
Score: 3/10
Landslide Risk in Mesa
Score: 3/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Mesa
Score: 9/10
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Score: 7/10
Tsunami Risk in Mesa
Score: 0/10
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Score: 9/10
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Score: 5/10
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Score: 5/10
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