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Very High

winter-storm Winter Storm Risk in Fort Worth, TX

Risk Level: Very High — Score 7/10

FEMA: 7Historical: 3

Key Risk Factors

  • FEMA rates Fort Worth's county as Relatively High risk
  • Estimated annual loss of $29M from this hazard type
  • 3 events on record in proximity
  • Occurs roughly 0.95 times per year on average
  • Significant winter storm and ice storm exposure

Peak season: December-March

Last significant event: Winter Storm - Southern, United States (2023-01-30)

Highest Risk Cities for Winter Storms

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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
2
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
3
FEMA: 9Historical: 7
4
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
5
FEMA: 9Historical: 3
6
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
7
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
8
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
9
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
10
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
Fort Worth is not in the top 10 for winter storm risk among tracked cities.

How Fort Worth Compares

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Notable Winter Storm Events Near Fort Worth

Winter Storm - Southern, United States

February 15, 2021 WARNING

Impact data not available

Winter Storm - Southern, United States

January 29, 2023 WARNING

Impact data not available

Winter Storm - Southern, United States

February 22, 2022 WARNING

Impact data not available

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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