Natural Disaster Risk in Hammond

Natural Hazard Profile: Hammond, Oregon

Located in the Pacific Northwest in Clatsop County, Hammond is a small community of about 1,444. The oceanic climate that characterizes this part of Oregon — marked by mild, wet winters on the coast and semi-arid conditions inland — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Hammond a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

FEMA rates Hammond's composite natural disaster risk at 5.4 out of 10 — moderate risk. Tsunami risk is the primary coastal hazard, driven by the area's proximity to seismically active offshore zones capable of generating ocean waves that inundate low-lying coastlines. Residents should also account for coastal flood and volcano risk in their preparedness planning.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Hammond's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, near the 5.7/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by tsunami and coastal flood, as measured by FEMA across Clatsop County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a moderate risk rating, Hammond 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.