Little River County Disaster Risk
Little River County, Arkansas
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
44th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#52
of 75 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
44th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 44% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 38% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 55% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 64% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 43% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Little River County, Arkansas
Little River's Risk Profile
With a composite risk score of 44.05, Little River County ranks as Relatively Low—about 20% safer than the U.S. average. The county's earthquake risk stands at 64.03, its highest hazard, while tornado risk at 55.22 remains near the national median.
Among Arkansas Counties
Little River's score of 44.05 sits well below Arkansas's state average of 55.51, placing it among the lower-risk counties in the state. The county avoids the extreme flood and tornado pressures facing eastern and central Arkansas regions.
Compared to Nearby Counties
Little River (44.05) is safer than Marion County (47.96) and Madison County (45.07), its western neighbors. All three counties maintain relatively low composite risk, but Little River's flood score of 44.12 is notably lower than both neighbors.
What Threatens Little River Most
Earthquakes (64.03) and tornadoes (55.22) present the county's primary hazards, though neither reaches critical levels. Flood risk at 44.12 remains manageable, giving residents more breathing room than counties in the Mississippi Delta region.
Safeguard Your Property
Homeowners should prioritize earthquake coverage in their policies, as the county's seismic risk exceeds the national average. A solid all-hazard umbrella policy protects against the tornado and flood exposure residents face.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Little River County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Little River County
Risk Verdict
Little River County sits below the national average for natural disaster exposure, ranking at the 44th percentile across all U.S. counties. Little River County residents can take confidence from a 44th percentile ranking, but even lower-risk counties benefit from a practiced household communication plan and awareness of the specific hazards listed above.
Hazard Breakdown
Earthquake risk is Little River County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 64th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 55th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (44th percentile), hurricane (43th percentile), wildfire (38th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 64th percentile nationally for earthquake risk, Little River County is in a zone where a post-earthquake communications plan matters almost as much as pre-earthquake structural preparation — phone networks are typically congested for hours after a significant event. Tornado at the 55th percentile nationally is a separate hazard dimension for Little River County that requires different protective strategies from earthquake preparedness. For Little River County households, the three highest-impact earthquake preparedness actions are: (1) anchor heavy furniture and water heaters, (2) store three days of water at one gallon per person per day, and (3) identify a family reunification plan for the post-quake communication blackout period.
Regional Context
Little River County is 11.5 composite risk points below the Arkansas state mean, meaning most other Arkansas counties face higher natural hazard exposure.
Is your household prepared for Little River 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.