Bryan County Disaster Risk
Bryan County, Georgia
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
67th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#32
of 159 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
64th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 64% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 80% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 41% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 63% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Moderate
Higher than 94% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Bryan County, Georgia
Bryan faces well-above-average disaster risk
Bryan County scores 66.63 on the composite risk scale, significantly exceeding the national average, though rated Relatively Low overall. This coastal-plain county experiences substantial multi-hazard exposure compared to typical American counties.
High-risk county in Georgia context
Bryan's 66.63 score substantially exceeds Georgia's state average of 39.49, ranking it among the state's more vulnerable counties. Only about 20–25% of Georgia counties face comparable or higher composite risk.
Bryan's risk dwarfs nearby rural counties
Bryan (66.63) significantly outpaces Brantley (18.29) and Berrien (39.31) in the same coastal region, approaching Bulloch County (75.41) to the north. Bryan's location near the Georgia coast and major highways concentrates risk.
Hurricane and wildfire pose primary threats
Bryan's hurricane risk (93.87) is among Georgia's highest, and wildfire risk (79.99) substantially exceeds state averages. Flood risk (63.80) and earthquake risk (63.23) add additional layers of concern, while tornado risk remains comparatively lower at 40.65.
Comprehensive hurricane and flood coverage essential
Bryan County residents must obtain separate flood insurance immediately—standard homeowners policies exclude flood damage, and Bryan's elevated flood risk makes this critical. Verify your wind and hail coverage covers potential hurricane damage, and consider discussing additional riders for wildfire-prone properties.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Bryan County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Bryan County
Risk Verdict
Bryan County ranks at the 67th 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
Hurricane risk is Bryan County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 94th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Wildfire ranks second at the 80th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (64th percentile), earthquake (63th percentile), tornado (41th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Bryan County ranks at the 94th percentile nationally for hurricane risk. For coastal counties, wind-resistant shutters or impact-rated windows represent the highest single structural investment for reducing property damage. Wildfire, the county's second-ranked hazard at the 80th percentile nationally, represents an additional preparedness consideration for Bryan County independent of hurricane season. For extended post-storm outages common in Bryan County's hurricane zone, a portable generator (operated outdoors only) and a supply of non-perishable food for at least seven days provides meaningful household resilience.
Regional Context
Compared to other Georgia counties, Bryan County runs 27.1 composite risk points higher than the state mean — reflecting above-average hazard concentration in this area.
Is your household prepared for Bryan 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.