Fulton County Disaster Risk
Fulton County, Arkansas
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
51th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#43
of 75 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
46th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 46% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 56% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 65% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 76% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 33% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Fulton County, Arkansas
Fulton County's modest national risk profile
With a composite risk score of 50.67, Fulton County sits below the national average for natural disaster risk. This Relatively Low rating suggests the county faces fewer compound hazards than many U.S. counties, though residents should still prepare for tornado and earthquake events.
Better positioned than most Arkansas counties
Fulton County's risk score of 50.67 is notably lower than Arkansas's state average of 55.51, placing it in the safer half of the state's 75 counties. This advantage stems from comparatively lower flood and hurricane exposure.
Safest in its regional peer group
Among neighboring counties, Fulton ranks as one of the lower-risk areas, with Grant County (15.71) being the only county in the region with substantially better hazard scores. Compared to Garland County (89.31) and Independence County (69.08), Fulton residents face significantly reduced overall risk.
Earthquakes and tornadoes pose primary threats
Earthquake risk scores highest at 76.34, followed by tornados at 64.76—both well above national averages for a county this size. Flood and wildfire risks remain moderate at 45.64 and 56.04 respectively, but should not be overlooked during severe weather seasons.
Prioritize earthquake and storm coverage
Given Fulton County's elevated earthquake and tornado scores, ensure your homeowner's policy covers wind and hail damage, and strongly consider separate earthquake insurance—a coverage gap many county residents overlook. Regular roof inspections and a reinforced foundation can significantly reduce losses from these hazards.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Fulton County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Fulton County
Risk Verdict
Fulton County ranks at the 51th percentile nationally for natural disaster risk — below the median for U.S. counties. Residents are encouraged to understand which hazards dominate locally and tailor their preparedness accordingly.
Hazard Breakdown
Earthquake risk is Fulton County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 76th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 65th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include wildfire (56th percentile), flood (46th percentile), hurricane (33th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Fulton County ranks at the 76th percentile nationally for earthquake risk. Unlike most natural hazards, earthquakes provide no advance warning; preparedness here means structural adjustments and a practiced response, not alert monitoring. Alongside earthquake exposure, Fulton County's tornado risk at the 65th percentile nationally reinforces the value of maintaining a household emergency supply cache usable for multiple hazard scenarios. For earthquake preparedness, Fulton County's county emergency management office often maintains a list of community water supply points, Red Cross shelter locations, and post-quake assistance programs — useful resources to identify before an event occurs.
Regional Context
The county's composite score diverges by only 4.8 points from the Arkansas average, making Fulton County's hazard profile broadly typical for this part of the state.
Is your household prepared for Fulton County's hazards?
Review FEMA's county-specific preparedness checklists and emergency planning guides.
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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.