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high-wind High Wind Risk in Portland, OR

Risk Level: High — Score 5/10

FEMA: 5Historical: 9

Key Risk Factors

  • Moderate risk rating based on FEMA National Risk Index
  • Estimated annual loss of $925K from this hazard type
  • 3 events on record in proximity
  • 3 event(s) in the last 12 months
  • Largest recent event exposed 154,000 people

Last significant event: Wind - East Portland Metro, United States (2026-02-05) — 154,000 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
Portland is not in the top 10 for high wind risk among tracked cities.

How Portland Compares

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Notable High Wind Events Near Portland

Wind - East Portland Metro, United States

January 15, 2026 — ADVISORY

154,000 people exposed; $28,517M capital exposed

Wind - East Portland Metro, United States

February 4, 2026 — ADVISORY

154,000 people exposed; $28,517M capital exposed

Wind - Northern Oregon and Southwest Washington, United States

December 7, 2025 — ADVISORY

3,000,000 people exposed; $519,917M 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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