Natural Hazard Risk in District of Columbia

The risk score (0–100) combines expected annual loss from 18 natural hazards with social vulnerability and community resilience. Higher = greater relative risk. Scores compare counties across the United States.

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CountyRisk scoreRatingExpected annual lossPopulation
District of Columbia97.6Relatively High$292.5M688,888

🏛️ Federal disaster declarations (last 2 years)

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Other · Designated areas: District of Columbia (County-equivalent)

Major disaster (DR) and emergency (EM) declarations unlock federal assistance for the designated areas. Source: FEMA / OpenFEMA.

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Data: FEMA National Risk Index (updated ~annually). AlertAtlas is not an official warning service — always follow local authorities.