Natural Hazard Risk in Delaware

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
New Castle95.3Relatively High$202.2M570,089
Sussex94.1Relatively Moderate$119.3M237,214
Kent84.5Relatively Moderate$55.8M181,705

🏛️ Federal disaster declarations (last 2 years)

DRSEVERE WINTER STORMMay 29, 2026

Winter Storm · Designated areas: Kent (County), Sussex (County)

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.