Storey County Disaster Risk
Storey County, Nevada
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
25th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#11
of 17 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
10th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 10% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively High
Higher than 96% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 2% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 81% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Storey County, Nevada
Storey County maintains very low national risk
Storey County's composite risk score of 25.16 places it in the very low category, below the national average and indicating limited disaster exposure. This small county near the Sierra Nevada benefits from favorable hazard distribution across most disaster types.
Third-safest county in Nevada
At 25.16, Storey County ranks among Nevada's safer counties, well below the state average of 46.25. Only Mineral County (9.80) and Pershing County (6.01) demonstrate lower overall disaster risk.
Safer than Washoe, riskier than Lander
Storey County (25.16) dramatically outperforms neighboring Washoe County (96.69) while trailing slightly behind Lander County (16.98). This positioning reflects Storey's moderate profile relative to both the safer rural counties and the high-risk Reno metropolitan area.
Wildfires and earthquakes are main hazards
Storey County faces its highest risks from wildfires (96.31) and earthquakes (80.82), both characteristic of Nevada's terrain and geology. Flood risk remains low at 9.83, and tornado risk is negligible at 1.97.
Cover wildfire and earthquake exposures
Homeowners should prioritize wildfire insurance given the 96.31 score and maintain defensible space around structures. Earthquake coverage at the 80.82 risk level is also worthwhile for this small county near the Sierra Nevada.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Storey County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Storey County
Risk Verdict
Compared to the nation's 3,144 counties, Storey County ranks at the 25th percentile for natural disaster risk — toward the safer end of the spectrum. At the 25th percentile nationally, Storey County's natural hazard profile is comparatively favorable — community resilience is reinforced when individual households maintain a reviewed emergency plan.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Storey County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 96th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Earthquake ranks second at the 81th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (10th percentile), tornado (2th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Storey County sits at the 96th percentile for wildfire exposure. Signing up for Storey County's county emergency alert system and knowing the pre-planned evacuation route before conditions deteriorate are the two highest-value preparedness actions for residents here. The county's earthquake exposure at the 81th percentile nationally complements the wildfire risk — saturating rain after burn scarring often triggers secondary flood and debris flow events. In Storey County, wildfire smoke often precedes the flame front by hours or days; households benefit from tracking EPA's AirNow.gov and having HEPA air filtration available as a first line of indoor protection when air quality alerts are issued.
Regional Context
At 21.1 points below the Nevada state average, Storey County is among the lower-risk counties in the state for natural disaster exposure.
Is your household prepared for Storey County'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.