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Natural Disaster Risk β€” ZIP Code 10911

Bear Mountain, New York

7.3out of 10
High Risk

Risk Summary for ZIP 10911

ZIP 10911 scores 7.3/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Strong Wind.

Top Hazards

Strong Wind Coastal Flooding Winter Weather

All 18 Hazard Scores

Strong Wind
9.7
Winter Weather
9.5
Coastal Flooding
9.5
Lightning
9.3
Extreme Heat
9.2
Earthquake
9.0
Hurricane
9.0
Avalanche
8.8
Cold Wave
8.8
Ice Storm
8.2
Tornado
8.0
Landslide
6.6
Tsunami
5.4
Volcanic Activity
5.1
Drought
3.1
Hail
2.6
Wildfire
2.5
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

ZIP 10911
7.3
New York avg.
6.1
US national avg.
4.5

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🏠 What this means for insurance

Above-average risk β€” check your policy limits

Standard homeowners insurance may not fully cover all hazards rated highly in this area. Verify that your policy includes adequate coverage for the top local hazards, and ask your insurer about specific endorsements or separate policies (e.g., flood, earthquake).

This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 10911, New York

ZIP 10911 covers part of the Bear Mountain area, along the northeastern Atlantic Seaboard. The surrounding region experiences cold winters, warm summers, and significant regional climate variation, with nor'easters and lake-effect snowstorms shaping the natural hazards that residents of this ZIP code face. Risk scores here are derived from FEMA data for the encompassing county.

FEMA rates ZIP 10911's composite natural disaster risk at 7.3 out of 10 β€” high risk. Strong wind is the primary natural hazard, with the area exposed to downburst winds from convective storms that can exceed 80 mph and cause hurricane-level localized damage. Residents should also account for coastal flood and winter risk in their preparedness planning.

ZIP 10911's risk score, slightly above the 6.1/10 state average and well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA, the highest-scoring are wind, coastal flood, and winter. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 10911 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for wind 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.

What this means for ZIP 10911: Strong Wind preparedness

  • Inspect and reinforce roofing, siding, and garage doors, which are common failure points in high winds.
  • Secure or store outdoor furniture and loose objects that can become projectiles.
  • Confirm your policy covers wind damage and keep an inventory of property for claims.

Risk for the surrounding area

Local Factors for ZIP 10911

These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 10911 from other communities in New York County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

N/A

Rural

Geographic Zone

Atlantic Coast

Hurricane, nor'easter & coastal flood risk

Climate Band

Moderate Continental

Latitude 41.3Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

Lower β€” moist climate limits wildfire frequency

Fire score: 2.5/10

Coordinates

41.3080Β° N, 73.9924Β° W

Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.

Recent Climate Data for ZIP 10911

Last 12 months Β· Source: Open-Meteo archive

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Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). County-level data applied to ZIP codes within each county. Scores are normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. This information is for general awareness only β€” consult official emergency management resources and a licensed insurer for property-specific advice.