Greater Bridgeport Planning Region Disaster Risk
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, Connecticut
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Moderate
National Percentile
92th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#5
of 9 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
95th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively High
Higher than 95% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 24% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 42% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Moderate
Higher than 86% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively High
Higher than 95% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, Connecticut
Bridgeport region sits just above national norm
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region's composite risk score of 91.76 places it in the relatively moderate category, slightly above Connecticut's state average of 87.62. This balanced profile reflects moderate exposure across most hazard types, with particular concentration in coastal and urban-related risks.
Middle-of-the-pack risk across Connecticut
Greater Bridgeport ranks fourth among Connecticut's eight planning regions by disaster risk, sitting between Naugatuck Valley (93.19) and Southeastern Connecticut (88.64). The region's moderate composite score masks significant variation in individual hazard types.
Comparable risk to coastal planning regions
Greater Bridgeport's 91.76 score closely mirrors Naugatuck Valley (93.19) and slightly exceeds South Central Connecticut (95.13) in some hazards but falls below it overall. As a coastal region, it shares similar hurricane and flood profiles with other Long Island Sound planning areas.
Hurricane and flood threats dominate the coast
Hurricane risk (95.08) and flood risk (94.80) are the primary concerns, reflecting the region's coastal and urban geography prone to coastal storms and flash flooding. Earthquake risk (86.42) adds a secondary but meaningful threat, while wildfire and tornado risks remain comparatively low.
Hurricane and flood insurance are essential
If you own property in Greater Bridgeport, flood insurance is not optional—it's critical given your 94.80 flood risk score and your region's hurricane exposure. Verify your homeowners policy covers wind damage from storms, and consider a separate flood policy to protect against the region's most probable hazards.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Greater Bridgeport Planning Region
Risk Verdict
Natural hazard risk in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region is higher than the majority of U.S. counties, with a national composite rank of 92th. Greater Bridgeport Planning Region's elevated composite score reflects cumulative multi-hazard exposure; households should prepare for the county's two or three primary hazard types.
Hazard Breakdown
Hurricane risk is Greater Bridgeport Planning Region's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 95th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Flood ranks second at the 95th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (86th percentile), tornado (42th percentile), wildfire (24th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 95th percentile nationally for hurricane risk, Greater Bridgeport Planning Region is in a zone where flood insurance matters beyond the primary wind risk: NFIP flood insurance requires a 30-day waiting period before taking effect, making off-season enrollment the correct timing. The county's secondary flood risk at the 95th percentile nationally means Greater Bridgeport Planning Region faces compounding hazards — inland flooding often follows landfalling hurricanes even well away from the coast. For Greater Bridgeport Planning Region households, the hurricane preparedness calendar matters: flood insurance has a 30-day waiting period, wind-hardening retrofits take weeks to schedule, and evacuation route scouting is best done before a storm watch is issued.
Regional Context
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region's composite risk score is within 4.1 points of the Connecticut county average — a close alignment that reflects a broadly representative hazard environment for this part of the state.
Is your household prepared for Greater Bridgeport Planning Region's hazards?
Review FEMA's county-specific preparedness checklists and emergency planning guides.
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Data Source
Risk data sourced from the FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Risk scores are relative rankings (0–100) across all US counties — not absolute risk measures. Higher scores indicate higher relative risk compared to other counties.
Disclaimer: This data is informational only. It is not financial, insurance, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making insurance or real estate decisions.