Passaic, NJ
Local storm history & FEMA National Risk Index data
Passaic is rated Relatively High for overall natural hazard risk — higher risk than most US counties — based on FEMA's National Risk Index for Passaic County, NJ. The county's highest-rated hazards are strong wind, inland flooding, and lightning.
Storm events near Passaic
NOAA-recorded tornado, hail, and flood events within 25 miles of Passaic's center, 2016–2026 — the only hazards NOAA reports with exact coordinates, so these counts are specific to Passaic 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 Passaic County's FEMA National Risk Index scores, covering Passaic along with the rest of the county, not a Passaic-specific figure.
| Hazard | NRI score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wildfire | 16.1 | Very Low |
| Inland Flooding | 97.8 | Relatively High |
| Coastal Flooding | 25.4 | Very Low |
| Earthquake | 93.6 | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | 96.1 | Relatively Moderate |
| Tornado | 88.8 | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | 14.8 | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | 92.2 | Relatively High |
| Drought | 46.2 | Relatively Low |
| Hail | 15.8 | Very Low |
| Hurricane | 87.9 | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | 74.8 | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | 68.9 | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | 97.8 | Very High |
| Strong Wind | 99 | Very High |
| Tsunami | — | Not Applicable |
| Volcanic Activity | — | Not Applicable |
| Winter Weather | 97.7 | Very High |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20.0, December 2025. See the methodology page for definitions, or the full Passaic County risk profile for disaster declarations, social vulnerability, and climate projection data.
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Frequently asked questions
What natural hazards is Passaic, NJ at risk of?
Passaic is rated Relatively High for overall natural hazard risk by FEMA's National Risk Index — higher risk than most US counties. The highest-rated hazards for Passaic County, where Passaic is located, are strong wind, inland flooding, and lightning.
What is Passaic's biggest natural hazard risk?
Strong Wind is the highest-rated hazard for Passaic County, where Passaic is located, scoring 99 out of 100 on FEMA's National Risk Index (rated "Very High").
Is Passaic a high-risk area for natural disasters?
Yes — Passaic carries higher risk than most US counties for overall natural hazard risk, per FEMA's National Risk Index rating of "Relatively High" for Passaic County.
Has Passaic had tornadoes, hail, or flooding?
NOAA has recorded 5 tornado, 112 hail, 833 inland flooding events within 25 miles of Passaic since 2016.