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FEMA ranks disaster risk county by county

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Extreme weather can hit every corner of the country, but some areas are more vulnerable than others. See which counties are the most at-risk.

Breakdown
  • FEMA has created a National Risk Index ranking US counties by disaster vulnerability. 10s
  • The index evaluates 18 types of natural disasters and factors like frequency and resilience. 16s
  • Los Angeles County is ranked highest due to earthquakes, wildfires, and rare ice storms. 28s
  • Bronx and New York counties face high risks from winter weather, flooding, tornadoes, and earthquakes. 45s
  • Miami-Dade County is highlighted for its hurricane and lightning risks. 1m 6s
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