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high-wind High Wind Risk in Zurich, Switzerland

Risk Level: Low — Score 0/10

Risk: 0Historical: 10

Key Risk Factors

  • 22 events recorded in proximity in recent decades
  • Active in the last 12 months (7 events)

Last significant event: High Wind - Switzerland (2025-10-22) — 7,607,333 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
Zurich is not in the top 10 for high wind risk among tracked cities.

How Zurich Compares

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Notable High Wind Events Near Zurich

High Winds - Northern Switzerland

January 8, 2015 WARNING

Impact data not available

High Winds - Central Switzerland

January 26, 2020 WARNING

Impact data not available

High Wind - Switzerland

October 21, 2025 WARNING

7,607,333 people exposed; $3,046,091M capital exposed

High Winds - Central Switzerland

November 20, 2019 WARNING

Impact data not available

High Winds – Switzerland

December 26, 2012 WATCH

Impact data not available

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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