Drew County Disaster Risk
Drew County, Arkansas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
35th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#60
of 75 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
19th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 19% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 26% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 63% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Moderate
Higher than 84% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 57% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Drew County, Arkansas
Drew remains below national average
Drew County's composite risk of 35.15 places it in the Very Low category, performing better than the national average across most hazard types. All individual risks remain manageable, with tornado at 63.14 being the highest exposure.
Low-risk county for Arkansas
Drew's 35.15 score falls well below Arkansas's state average of 55.51, positioning it among the state's safest counties. Only Dallas (10.08) and Desha (32.89) rank notably lower in composite risk.
Similar to Desha, safer than others
Drew County at 35.15 closely mirrors neighboring Desha County at 32.89, both occupying Arkansas's lowest-risk tier. Both benefit from minimal wildfire exposure and relatively low flood threats compared to northern counties.
Tornado and earthquake are dual concerns
Drew County faces tornado risk at 63.14 and earthquake risk at 83.75 as its primary hazards, each moderately elevated by state standards. Hurricane risk at 56.57 adds a tertiary tropical threat from the Gulf.
Wind and earthquake coverage recommended
Drew residents should add wind and hail riders to homeowners policies for tornado protection, and consider earthquake insurance given the county's above-average seismic exposure. Flood insurance is advisable if your property lies near waterways or in designated flood zones.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Drew County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Drew County
Risk Verdict
Drew County's overall natural disaster score at the 35th percentile puts it well below the national median for hazard exposure. Residents of Drew County can use the 35th percentile ranking as a baseline, while recognizing that individual properties may still lie in specific hazard zones that differ from the county average.
Hazard Breakdown
Earthquake risk is Drew County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 84th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 63th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include hurricane (57th percentile), wildfire (26th percentile), flood (19th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Earthquake exposure at the 84th percentile nationally puts Drew County in a zone where utilities — gas, water, electrical — are the most common post-quake hazard. Knowing how to shut off the main gas valve is an important household skill to develop before an event occurs. Alongside earthquake exposure, Drew County's tornado risk at the 63th percentile nationally reinforces the value of maintaining a household emergency supply cache usable for multiple hazard scenarios. Drew County households benefit from keeping shoes and a flashlight near the bed — post-earthquake navigation through debris in the dark is a common cause of secondary injury. This low-cost step has outsized protective value.
Regional Context
Drew County's composite risk score sits 20.4 points below the Arkansas county average, reflecting a more favorable hazard environment than the state typical.
Is your household prepared for Drew County'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.