Hurricane Risk in New Orleans, LA — 2026 Report
Source: NOAA National Hurricane Center Historical Track Data
Very High
Hurricane Risk Score: 97/100
Very High Risk
Hurricane risk is assessed using NOAA historical hurricane and tropical storm tracks, storm surge modeling, wind speed frequency analysis, and coastal proximity.
Historical Hurricane Events — New Orleans
| Date | Description | Magnitude | Fatalities | Injuries | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-08-29 | Hurricane Ida makes landfall as Cat 4, 16th anniversary of Katrina | 4 | 26 | 0 | NOAA |
| 2005-08-29 | Hurricane Katrina — levee failures, 1,800+ deaths, $125B damage | 5 | 1800 | 0 | NOAA |
Hurricane Preparedness for New Orleans Residents
- 1.Know your storm surge evacuation zone
- 2.Board up windows and secure outdoor items before storms
- 3.Have 7+ days of emergency supplies
- 4.Review your homeowners and flood insurance coverage
- 5.Know your community's evacuation routes