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Landslide Risk in Albuquerque, NM
Risk Level: Low — Score 1/10
FEMA: 1Historical: 6
Key Risk Factors
- 10 events on record in proximity
- Occurs roughly 0.27 times per year on average
Last significant event: Landslide - American Cordillera, Los Alamos, New Mexico, United States (2024-10-20) — 10,100 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for Landslides
Albuquerque is not in the top 10 for landslide risk among tracked cities.
How Albuquerque Compares
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Notable Landslide Events Near Albuquerque
Landslide - Southeast New Mexico Ranges, E of Albuquerque, United States
August 8, 2023 — WATCH
Impact data not available
Landslide - Southeast New Mexico Ranges, SE of Albuquerque, United States
July 29, 2023 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Landslide - Southeast New Mexico Ranges, SE of Albuquerque, United States
July 27, 2023 — WATCH
Impact data not available
Landslide - American Cordillera, Los Alamos, New Mexico, United States
June 29, 2024 — WARNING
13,500 people exposed; $2,496M capital exposed
Landslide - American Cordillera, Los Alamos, New Mexico, United States
October 19, 2024 — WARNING
10,100 people exposed; $1,194M capital exposed
Landslide Preparedness Tips
- 1.Learn the signs of an impending landslide — new cracks, tilting trees, unusual water flow
- 2.Avoid building near steep slopes, drainage channels, or past slide areas
- 3.Plant ground cover on slopes to stabilize soil and reduce erosion
- 4.Create proper drainage around your property to direct water away from slopes
- 5.Have an evacuation plan ready if you live in a landslide-prone area
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