Moderate Risk Rhode Island  ·  Hurricane / Nor'easter

Newport County RI

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
85
Area
104
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Hurricane / Nor'easter
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Newport County RI in Rhode Island faces hurricane / nor'easter risk across its 104 square mile area. Newport on Aquidneck Island hosts Naval Station Newport and faces hurricane storm surge. Newport serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Preparedness Recommendations

  • Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
  • Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
  • Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
  • Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.

// Recommended Supplies

Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Hurricane / Nor'easter
Secondary Hazard Coastal Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event Sandy 2012
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (401) 841-8300
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Newport County RI
State Rhode Island (RI)
Population 85
Area 104 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Portsmouth RI Middletown RI Newport RI

// Cities in This County

// Other Rhode Island Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.

Naval Station Newport RI
Port / Marine Terminal  ·  Newport, RI  ·  US Navy  ·  25-mi risk zone
6/10 Moderate

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.