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High Wind Risk in Sacramento, CA
Risk Level: Low — Score 1/10
FEMA: 1Historical: 10
Key Risk Factors
- 10 events on record in proximity
- Active in the last 12 months (8 events)
- Largest recent event exposed 2,960,000 people
Last significant event: Wind - Sacramento Valley, California, United States (2026-02-16) — 2,960,000 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for High Winds
Sacramento is not in the top 10 for high wind risk among tracked cities.
How Sacramento Compares
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Notable High Wind Events Near Sacramento
Wind - Sacramento Valley, California, United States
February 15, 2026 — ADVISORY
2,960,000 people exposed; $699,221M capital exposed
Wind - San Francisco Bay Area, California, United States
November 4, 2025 — ADVISORY
5,290,000 people exposed; $1,355,113M capital exposed
Wind - Northeast California _ Western Nevada, United States
December 20, 2025 — ADVISORY
55,900 people exposed; $10,328M capital exposed
Gale - Central Coastal California, United States
August 13, 2025 — WARNING
89 people exposed; $766M capital exposed
Gale - Central California Coastal Waters, United States
August 13, 2025 — WARNING
14 people exposed; $53M 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: 7/10
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Score: 1/10
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Score: 5/10
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Score: 0/10
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Score: 1/10
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Score: 1/10
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Score: 1/10
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