Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 01832

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 01832, Massachusetts

ZIP 01832 in Haverhill sits along the northeastern Atlantic Seaboard. Its humid continental climate produces cold winters with heavy snowfall and warm summers, and notably nor'easter storms bringing heavy snow and coastal flooding. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 01832 carries an overall risk score of 7.6/10, placing it in the high category. Coastal flooding is the dominant hazard, with storm surge from tropical systems and nor'easters capable of inundating low-lying shoreline areas well above normal tidal levels. The area also faces notable exposure to ice storm and earthquake.

Within Massachusetts, ZIP 01832's risk is, slightly above the 6.5/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Massachusetts identifies coastal flood as the foremost hazard, followed by ice storm and earthquake. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 01832 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for coastal flood and secondary hazards, registering for emergency alerts, and maintaining a household emergency kit are practical steps that can significantly reduce impact during a major event.