Natural Disaster Risk in Yeso
New Mexico
Risk Summary for Yeso
Yeso scores 3.7/10 (Low risk), below the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Volcanic Activity.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Below-average risk — standard coverage likely adequate
Natural disaster risk here is below the US average. Standard homeowners insurance will typically be sufficient, but it is still worth reviewing exclusions for floods and earthquakes.
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: Yeso, New Mexico
Located in the arid interior West in De Baca County, Yeso is a small unincorporated community. The semi-arid climate that characterizes this part of New Mexico — marked by hot, dry summers and cold winters with dramatic elevation variation — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Yeso a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.
Yeso's overall natural disaster risk is rated 3.7/10 (Low) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Volcanic hazard exposure defines the local risk environment, driven by proximity to one of the most active volcanic systems in the United States. Secondary hazards include drought and wildfire.
Relative to other U.S. communities, Yeso's natural disaster risk is below the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, considerably below the 5.6/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by volcano and drought, as measured by FEMA across De Baca County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
Despite its lower-than-average risk classification, Yeso is not immune to natural hazards. Basic preparedness — an emergency kit, awareness of seasonal risks, and property insurance that covers volcano — remains prudent for all residents.
What this means for Yeso: Volcanic Activity preparedness
- Monitor official volcano alert levels and have an evacuation plan for lava or lahar zones.
- Protect electronics and HVAC systems from fine volcanic ash during eruptions.
- Keep dust masks and eye protection on hand for ashfall events, which can affect breathing and visibility.
Local Factors for Yeso
These city-level factors differentiate Yeso from other communities in De Baca County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
118
RuralGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Mild Temperate
Latitude 34.3°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
High — long dry fire season
Fire score: 8.0/10
Coordinates
34.2536° N, 104.8335° W
De Baca County
Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.
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Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Scores normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. City scores inherit county-level FEMA data. For informational purposes only.