New Haven, IN
Local storm history & FEMA National Risk Index data
New Haven is rated Relatively Moderate for overall natural hazard risk — near the middle compared to other US counties — based on FEMA's National Risk Index for Allen County, IN. The county's highest-rated hazards are strong wind, tornado, and inland flooding.
Storm events near New Haven
NOAA-recorded tornado, hail, and flood events within 25 miles of New Haven's center, 2016–2026 — the only hazards NOAA reports with exact coordinates, so these counts are specific to New Haven itself, not the whole county.
County-wide hazard risk
Every other hazard FEMA and NOAA track — including drought — is only scored at the county level. These are Allen County's FEMA National Risk Index scores, covering New Haven along with the rest of the county, not a New Haven-specific figure.
| Hazard | NRI score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wildfire | 39.1 | Very Low |
| Inland Flooding | 93.5 | Relatively High |
| Coastal Flooding | — | Not Applicable |
| Earthquake | 84.9 | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | 72.5 | Relatively Low |
| Tornado | 97.5 | Relatively High |
| Avalanche | — | Not Applicable |
| Cold Wave | 82 | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | 57 | Relatively Low |
| Hail | 89 | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | 43.8 | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | 76.5 | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | 54 | Very Low |
| Lightning | 83.9 | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | 97.6 | Relatively High |
| Tsunami | — | Not Applicable |
| Volcanic Activity | — | Not Applicable |
| Winter Weather | 89.6 | Relatively High |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20.0, December 2025. See the methodology page for definitions, or the full Allen County risk profile for disaster declarations, social vulnerability, and climate projection data.
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Frequently asked questions
What natural hazards is New Haven, IN at risk of?
New Haven is rated Relatively Moderate for overall natural hazard risk by FEMA's National Risk Index — near the middle compared to other US counties. The highest-rated hazards for Allen County, where New Haven is located, are strong wind, tornado, and inland flooding.
What is New Haven's biggest natural hazard risk?
Strong Wind is the highest-rated hazard for Allen County, where New Haven is located, scoring 97.6 out of 100 on FEMA's National Risk Index (rated "Relatively High").
Is New Haven a high-risk area for natural disasters?
Somewhat — New Haven carries near the middle compared to other US counties for overall natural hazard risk, per FEMA's National Risk Index rating of "Relatively Moderate" for Allen County.
Has New Haven had tornadoes, hail, or flooding?
NOAA has recorded 15 tornado, 122 hail, 17 inland flooding events within 25 miles of New Haven since 2016.