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high-wind High Wind Risk in San Francisco, CA

Risk Level: Low — Score 1/10

FEMA: 1Historical: 10

Key Risk Factors

  • 19 events recorded in proximity in recent decades
  • 19 events in the last 12 months indicate ongoing risk
  • Largest recent event exposed 5,290,000 people

Last significant event: HighWind - San Francisco Bay Area _ Central Coast, United States (2025-12-24) — 7,540,000 people exposed

Highest Risk Cities for High Winds

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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 7
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FEMA: 9Historical: 5
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 9
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FEMA: 9Historical: 1
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 9
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FEMA: 9Historical: 0
San Francisco is not in the top 10 for high wind risk among tracked cities.

How San Francisco Compares

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Notable High Wind Events Near San Francisco

Wind - San Francisco Bay Area, United States

November 4, 2025 ADVISORY

5,290,000 people exposed; $1,355,113M capital exposed

Wind - San Francisco Bay Area, California, United States

November 4, 2025 ADVISORY

5,290,000 people exposed; $1,355,113M capital exposed

Gale - San Francisco Bay, United States

December 20, 2025 WARNING

2,940 people exposed; $1,609M capital exposed

HighWind - San Francisco Bay Area _ Central Coast, United States

December 23, 2025 WATCH

7,540,000 people exposed; $1,944,499M capital exposed

Wind - San Francisco Bay Area, United States

December 23, 2025 ADVISORY

7,210,000 people exposed; $1,872,645M 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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