Hurricane Risk in Houston, TX — 2026 Report
Source: NOAA National Hurricane Center Historical Track Data
Very High
Hurricane Risk Score: 82/100
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 — Houston
| Date | Description | Magnitude | Fatalities | Injuries | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-09-13 | Hurricane Ike makes landfall near Galveston as Cat 2 | 2 | 20 | 200 | NOAA |
Hurricane Preparedness for Houston 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