Natural Disaster Risk in Slope County
North Dakota
Risk Summary for Slope County
Slope County scores 3.2/10 (Low risk), below the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Tsunami.
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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: Slope County, North Dakota
Slope County is located in the United States in North Dakota, home to roughly 699 residents. The county experiences extremely cold winters and short, warm summers with prairie wind exposure, with severe blizzards and spring flooding shaping the natural hazards faced by its communities. FEMA assesses risk at this county level, providing the baseline for every city and ZIP code within its boundaries.
FEMA rates Slope County's composite natural disaster risk at 3.2 out of 10 — low risk. 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. Residents should also account for volcano and coastal flood risk in their preparedness planning.
Slope County's risk score, slightly below the 4.7/10 state average and below the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA for Slope County, the highest-scoring are tsunami, volcano, and coastal flood. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.
Despite its lower-than-average risk classification, Slope County is not immune to natural hazards. Basic preparedness — an emergency kit, awareness of seasonal risks, and property insurance that covers tsunami — remains prudent for all residents.
What this means for Slope County: Tsunami preparedness
- If you feel strong shaking near the coast, move to high ground immediately — do not wait for an official warning.
- Learn your community evacuation routes and the location of designated assembly areas.
- Standard homeowners insurance excludes tsunami flooding; flood coverage may be needed.
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Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Scores normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. For informational purposes only.