Natural Disaster Risk in Kodiak

Natural Hazard Profile: Kodiak, Alaska

Kodiak, in Kodiak Island County, is a city of approximately 12,194 residents situated in Alaska, the northernmost U.S. state. Its subarctic climate brings subarctic conditions with extreme cold winters and brief summers, and in particular severe winter storms. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Kodiak residents and property owners must navigate.

Kodiak's overall natural disaster risk is rated 4.4/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. The threat of tsunami inundation tops the local coastal risk profile, requiring residents in low-lying areas to maintain awareness of evacuation routes and warning systems. Secondary hazards include landslide and volcano.

Within Alaska, Kodiak's risk is, near the 4.6/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Kodiak Island County identifies tsunami as the foremost hazard, followed by landslide and volcano. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, Kodiak residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for tsunami is recommended.