Natural Disaster Risk in Narragansett

Natural Hazard Profile: Narragansett, Rhode Island

Located along the northeastern Atlantic Seaboard in Washington County, Narragansett is a city of approximately 13,091 residents. The humid continental climate that characterizes this part of Rhode Island — marked by cold winters with coastal influence and warm summers — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Narragansett a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

Narragansett's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.4/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Coastal flood risk defines the local natural hazard environment, with sea-level rise trends gradually increasing the frequency of tidal flooding events alongside storm surge threats. Secondary hazards include hurricane and ice storm.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Narragansett's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, near the 5.4/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by coastal flood and hurricane, as measured by FEMA across Washington County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a moderate risk rating, Narragansett 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 coastal flood is recommended.