Massachusetts Emergency Preparedness
Based on 35 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Massachusetts.
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Risk Score
Moderate
Top Threats in Massachusetts
Severe Storm (9 declarations)
Low Hurricane (6 declarations)
Low Winter Storm (0 declarations)
Low Flood (7 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
Massachusetts has had 35 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Severe Storm 9
Flood 7
Hurricane 6
Snowstorm 4
Tornado 2
Coastal Storm 2
Fire 2
Biological 1
Severe Ice Storm 1
Fishing Losses 1
Recent Declarations
Severe Storms And Flooding 2024-05-15
Severe Winter Storm And Snowstorm 2022-04-18
Covid-19 Pandemic 2020-03-27
Severe Winter Storm And Snowstorm 2018-07-19
Severe Winter Storm And Flooding 2018-06-25
Preparedness Tips for Massachusetts
- ✓ Trim trees and remove dead branches that could fall on your home
- ✓ Have a battery-powered weather radio for severe storm alerts
- ✓ Keep flashlights and extra batteries in multiple rooms
- ✓ Know the difference between a watch (conditions possible) and a warning (happening now)
Emergency Contacts
Recommended Gear
Emergency Radio
Severe storm warnings save lives when power is out
Generator
Severe storms frequently cause extended power outages
First Aid Kit
Storm damage can cause injuries when help is delayed