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high-wind High Wind Risk in Quito, Ecuador

Risk Level: Low — Score 0/10

Risk: 0Historical: 10

Key Risk Factors

  • 3 events on record in proximity
  • 3 event(s) in the last 12 months
  • Largest recent event exposed 6,963,596 people

Last significant event: High Wind - Ecuador (2025-09-09) — 6,304,576 people exposed

Highest Risk Cities for High Winds

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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
2
FEMA: 9Historical: 9
3
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
4
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
5
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
6
FEMA: 9Historical: 2
7
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
9
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
10
FEMA: 9Historical: 1
Quito is not in the top 10 for high wind risk among tracked cities.

How Quito Compares

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Notable High Wind Events Near Quito

High Wind - Ecuador

August 28, 2025 WARNING

6,963,596 people exposed; $116,319M capital exposed

High Wind - Ecuador

September 8, 2025 WARNING

6,304,576 people exposed; $102,810M capital exposed

High Wind - Ecuador

August 10, 2025 ADVISORY

2,920,731 people exposed; $48,529M 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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