5
High
Tornado Risk in Seattle, WA
Risk Level: High — Score 5/10
FEMA: 5Historical: 1
Key Risk Factors
- Moderate risk rating based on FEMA National Risk Index
- Estimated annual loss of $4M from this hazard type
- 1 events on record in proximity
Peak season: April-June
Last significant event: Tornado - Seattle, WA WFO Region, US (2021-11-09)
Highest Risk Cities for Tornados
Seattle is not in the top 10 for tornado risk among tracked cities.
How Seattle Compares
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Notable Tornado Events Near Seattle
Tornado - Seattle, WA WFO Region, US
November 8, 2021 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Tornado Preparedness Tips
- 1.Identify a safe room or storm shelter in your home or building
- 2.Practice tornado drills — get low, cover your head, stay away from windows
- 3.Have a NOAA Weather Radio for tornado watch and warning alerts
- 4.Secure outdoor objects that could become projectiles in high winds
- 5.Know the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning
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