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Washington emergency preparedness
FEMA's National Risk Index puts Washington's expected annual loss from natural hazards at about $4.7 billion, rated Relatively Moderate. The hazards with the largest expected losses are earthquakes, inland flooding and tsunamis.
Weather alerts in Washington right now
LiveNo weather warnings or watches in force right now. 6 advisories.
National Weather Service data, updated Oct 22, 2026, 7:46 AM ET. Not an official warning: follow your local NWS office. All US alerts →
Washington'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).
TsunamiVery High$231 million a year
LandslideRelatively High$40 million a year
Get ready for earthquakes, inland flooding, wildfires and cold waves
EarthquakeEarthquake preparedness: Drop, Cover and Hold On, and what to do afterGear: First aid kits · Fire extinguishers
Inland floodingFlood preparedness: flood watch vs warning, what to do and how flood insurance worksGear: Sump pump battery backups · Fireproof document safes
Official help in Washington
- State emergency management: Emergency Management Division
- Turn on Wireless Emergency Alerts on your phone and sign up for your county's local alerts. Make a family plan.
- More Washington government services: USA.gov
Build a kit for your household
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Seasonal checklists for Washington
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