9
Extreme
High Wind Risk in New York, NY
Risk Level: Extreme — Score 9/10
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
Key Risk Factors
- FEMA rates New York's county as Very High risk for this hazard
- Estimated annual loss of $8M from this hazard type
- 13 events recorded in proximity in recent decades
- 13 events in the last 12 months indicate ongoing risk
- Average annual frequency: 5.4 events per year
Last significant event: Gale - New York–New Jersey coast, United States (2026-02-23) — 2,520 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for High Winds
1
New York, NY
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
How New York Compares
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Notable High Wind Events Near New York
Gale - New York Harbor, United States
October 11, 2025 — WARNING
691 people exposed; $577M capital exposed
Wind - Northeast New Jersey _ Southeast New York, United States
February 6, 2026 — ADVISORY
12,500,000 people exposed; $4,945,033M capital exposed
Gale - Long Island coast, New York/New Jersey, United States
December 17, 2025 — WARNING
2,520 people exposed; $7,625M capital exposed
Gale - New York–New Jersey coast, United States
February 22, 2026 — WATCH
2,520 people exposed; $7,625M capital exposed
Gale - Long Island/New York Harbor, United States
February 22, 2026 — WARNING
7,040 people exposed; $2,336M 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: 1/10
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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 New York
Score: 9/10
Landslide Risk in New York
Score: 1/10
Extreme Heat Risk in New York
Score: 7/10
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Score: 0/10
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Score: 0/10
High Wind Risk in Philadelphia, PA
Score: 7/10
High Wind Risk in Baltimore, MD
Score: 7/10
High Wind Risk in Boston, MA
Score: 5/10
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