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9
Extreme

winter-storm Winter Storm Risk in El Paso, TX

Risk Level: Extreme — Score 9/10

FEMA: 9Historical: 0

Key Risk Factors

  • FEMA rates El Paso's county as Very High risk for this hazard
  • Estimated annual loss of $2M from this hazard type
  • Average annual frequency: 2.4 events per year
  • Significant winter storm and ice storm exposure

Peak season: December-March

Last significant event: No significant events on record

Highest Risk Cities for Winter Storms

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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
3
FEMA: 9Historical: 7
4
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
5
FEMA: 9Historical: 0
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
7
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 8
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El Paso, TX
FEMA: 9Historical: 0
10
FEMA: 9Historical: 1

How El Paso Compares

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Winter Storm Preparedness Tips

  • 1.Stock emergency supplies including extra blankets, food, water, and medications
  • 2.Insulate pipes and know how to shut off water in case of pipe bursts
  • 3.Keep your vehicle's gas tank at least half full during winter months
  • 4.Have alternative heating sources and carbon monoxide detectors
  • 5.Stay off roads during ice storms and heavy snow events

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