Natural Disaster Risk in Manlius

Natural Hazard Profile: Manlius, New York

Manlius, in Onondaga County, is a city of approximately 16,168 residents situated along the northeastern Atlantic Seaboard. Its humid continental climate brings cold winters, warm summers, and significant regional climate variation, and in particular nor'easters and lake-effect snowstorms. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Manlius residents and property owners must navigate.

Manlius's overall natural disaster risk is rated 7.5/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Strong wind is the primary natural hazard, with the area exposed to downburst winds from convective storms that can exceed 80 mph and cause hurricane-level localized damage. Secondary hazards include winter and ice storm.

Within New York, Manlius's risk is, slightly above the 6.1/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Onondaga County identifies wind as the foremost hazard, followed by winter and ice storm. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, Manlius residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for wind and secondary hazards, registering for emergency alerts, and maintaining a household emergency kit are practical steps that can significantly reduce impact during a major event.