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wildfire Wildfire Risk in Memphis, TN

Risk Level: Moderate — Score 3/10

FEMA: 3Historical: 0

Key Risk Factors

  • Estimated annual loss of $145K from this hazard type

Peak season: June-November

Last significant event: No significant events on record

Highest Risk Cities for Wildfires

1
Los Angeles, CA
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
2
San Diego, CA
FEMA: 9Historical: 8
3
Long Beach, CA
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
4
Phoenix, AZ
FEMA: 7Historical: 6
5
Las Vegas, NV
FEMA: 7Historical: 1
6
Tucson, AZ
FEMA: 7Historical: 5
7
Fresno, CA
FEMA: 7Historical: 7
8
Mesa, AZ
FEMA: 7Historical: 7
9
Colorado Springs, CO
FEMA: 7Historical: 10
10
Oakland, CA
FEMA: 7Historical: 6
Memphis is not in the top 10 for wildfire risk among tracked cities.

How Memphis Compares

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Wildfire Preparedness Tips

  • 1.Create defensible space around your home — clear brush within 30 feet
  • 2.Use fire-resistant building materials for roofing and siding
  • 3.Keep an evacuation go-bag packed and ready
  • 4.Sign up for local emergency alerts and evacuation notifications
  • 5.Know at least two evacuation routes from your area

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