Natural Disaster Risk in Kewaunee

Natural Hazard Profile: Kewaunee, Wisconsin

Kewaunee, in Kewaunee County, is a town of roughly 6,075 residents situated in the Great Lakes region. Its humid continental climate brings long, cold winters with lake-effect snow and warm summers, and in particular severe blizzards and spring tornado outbreaks. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Kewaunee residents and property owners must navigate.

Kewaunee's overall natural disaster risk is rated 4.4/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. The risk of coastal inundation tops the local hazard profile, with the area exposed to storm surge, tidal flooding, and wave action during major coastal storm events. Secondary hazards include cold wave and hail.

Within Wisconsin, Kewaunee's risk is, slightly below the 5.4/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Kewaunee County identifies coastal flood as the foremost hazard, followed by cold wave and hail. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, Kewaunee 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.