Hoonah-Angoon Census Area Disaster Risk
Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, Alaska
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
14th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#21
of 30 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
23th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 23% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 6% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 0% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 73% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, Alaska
Hoonah-Angoon ranks as very low-risk nationally
With a composite risk score of 14.31, Hoonah-Angoon Census Area is Very Low and falls well below Alaska's state average of 35.22. This Southeast Alaska region enjoys protections that place it among the nation's safer counties.
Low-risk standing within Alaska's range
Hoonah-Angoon ranks in Alaska's lower-risk tier, though not quite as safe as neighboring Haines (4.29) or Ketchikan Gateway (1.69). The census area sits comfortably below the state average despite Alaska's general hazard exposure.
Safer than interior Alaska, slightly less safe than coastal peers
Hoonah-Angoon (14.31) is dramatically safer than Fairbanks (88.52) and Kenai Peninsula (93.03), though Ketchikan Gateway (1.69) and Haines (4.29) edge it out within Southeast Alaska. The cluster of low-risk Southeast counties contrasts sharply with Alaska's interior.
Earthquake and flooding deserve modest attention
Earthquake risk (73.16) is Hoonah-Angoon's primary concern, while flood risk (22.80) poses a secondary but manageable threat. Wildfire (5.57), tornado (0.41), and hurricane risks remain negligible.
Earthquake coverage recommended; flood awareness helpful
Add earthquake insurance to your homeowners policy given the 73.16 risk score, and understand your property's flood zone status. Standard homeowners insurance covers neither earthquakes nor floods, so separate policies are necessary for complete protection.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Hoonah-Angoon Census Area
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Hoonah-Angoon Census Area
Risk Verdict
Hoonah-Angoon Census Area carries a low natural disaster risk burden, scoring at the 14th percentile under the FEMA National Risk Index. A 14th percentile score positions Hoonah-Angoon Census Area among the nation's lower-risk counties, a genuinely favorable outcome — one that simple, low-cost preparedness habits can reinforce further.
Hazard Breakdown
Earthquake risk is Hoonah-Angoon Census Area's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 73th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Flood ranks second at the 23th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include wildfire (6th percentile), tornado (0th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Hoonah-Angoon Census Area's primary hazard, earthquake, ranks at the 73th percentile nationally. Unreinforced masonry structures carry the highest injury risk during seismic events; residents in older buildings should check with their municipality about available seismic retrofit programs. Flood at the 23th percentile nationally is a separate hazard dimension for Hoonah-Angoon Census Area that requires different protective strategies from earthquake preparedness. After a major earthquake, Hoonah-Angoon Census Area residents should expect water service disruption for 24 to 72 or more hours. Storing a minimum of one gallon per person per day for three days — before any event — is the most direct preparedness action households can take.
Regional Context
Compared to the Alaska county average, Hoonah-Angoon Census Area's composite score runs 20.9 points lower — a gap that reflects the county's relatively modest hazard profile within its state context.
Is your household prepared for Hoonah-Angoon Census Area's hazards?
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Data Source
Risk data sourced from the FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Risk scores are relative rankings (0–100) across all US counties — not absolute risk measures. Higher scores indicate higher relative risk compared to other counties.
Disclaimer: This data is informational only. It is not financial, insurance, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making insurance or real estate decisions.