Natural Disaster Risk in Gillette

Natural Hazard Profile: Gillette, Wyoming

Gillette, in Campbell County, is a city of approximately 26,619 residents situated in the Great Plains. Its semi-arid climate brings high winds, cold winters, and significant snowfall at elevation, and in particular blizzards and rapid weather changes. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Gillette residents and property owners must navigate.

Gillette's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.8/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Hailstorm risk tops the local hazard profile, driven by frequent severe thunderstorm development that produces some of the most property-damaging hail in the country. Secondary hazards include wildfire and winter.

Within Wyoming, Gillette's risk is, slightly above the 5.3/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Campbell County identifies hail as the foremost hazard, followed by wildfire and winter. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, Gillette 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 hail is recommended.