5
High
Landslide Risk in Houston, TX
Risk Level: High — Score 5/10
FEMA: 5Historical: 0
Key Risk Factors
- Moderate risk rating based on FEMA National Risk Index
- Occurs roughly 0.24 times per year on average
Last significant event: No significant events on record
Highest Risk Cities for Landslides
10
Houston, TX
FEMA: 5Historical: 0
How Houston Compares
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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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