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District of Columbia emergency preparedness
FEMA's National Risk Index puts District of Columbia's expected annual loss from natural hazards at about $292 million, rated Very Low. The hazards with the largest expected losses are inland flooding, earthquakes and heat waves.
Weather alerts in District of Columbia right now
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National Weather Service data, updated Oct 22, 2026, 7:45 AM ET. Not an official warning: follow your local NWS office. All US alerts →
District of Columbia's biggest natural hazards
FEMA's expected annual loss for each hazard, in dollars a year, and FEMA's rating, from the National Risk Index (December 2025).
HailVery Low$4 million a year
Get ready for inland flooding, earthquakes, heat waves and hurricanes
Inland floodingFlood preparedness: flood watch vs warning, what to do and how flood insurance worksGear: Sump pump battery backups · Fireproof document safes
EarthquakeEarthquake preparedness: Drop, Cover and Hold On, and what to do afterGear: First aid kits · Fire extinguishers
Official help in District of Columbia
- State emergency management: Homeland Security & Emergency Management Agency
- Turn on Wireless Emergency Alerts on your phone and sign up for your county's local alerts. Make a family plan.
- More District of Columbia government services: USA.gov
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