Coffee County Disaster Risk
Coffee County, Georgia
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
60th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#43
of 159 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
51th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 51% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 68% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 76% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 71% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Moderate
Higher than 90% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Coffee County, Georgia
Coffee County moderately elevated risk
Coffee County's composite risk score of 59.61 puts it in the relatively low category—but still 51% above Georgia's state average of 39.49, indicating meaningful disaster vulnerability. The county faces a broad spectrum of hazards rather than one dominant threat. This balanced risk profile warrants thoughtful preparedness planning.
Middle-of-the-pack risk among Georgia counties
Coffee County ranks in the moderate range statewide with a composite score of 59.61, notably driven by hurricane risk of 89.70 and tornado risk of 75.51. While not among Georgia's most vulnerable counties, Coffee's exposure to tropical systems and severe convective weather is significant. The county's wildfire risk of 68.16 adds another consideration.
Similar risk to peer counties southward
Coffee County (59.61) sits between Colquitt County (70.55) to the south and Crisp County (52.29) to the west, representing a typical risk profile for south-central Georgia. Nearby Cook County (34.83) is noticeably safer, while Columbia County (76.84) to the north carries greater peril. Coffee's position reflects exposure to tropical systems affecting the region.
Hurricane and tornado season threats
Hurricane risk of 89.70 makes tropical systems Coffee's foremost concern—late summer and fall require heightened attention to storm tracking and evacuation orders. Tornado risk of 75.51 compounds the threat during spring severe weather; having a designated shelter and family communication plan is essential.
Flood and wind coverage are priorities
Coffee County residents should secure separate flood insurance given the combination of hurricane risk (89.70) and tornado risk (75.51), as standard policies exclude flood damage. Verify your homeowners policy covers wind and hail damage, and consider reinforcing roof fasteners and installing storm shutters given tropical storm exposure.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Coffee County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Coffee County
Risk Verdict
Coffee County has a below-average natural disaster risk profile, scoring at the 60th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Households in Coffee County benefit from knowing which individual hazard types — flood, wildfire, tornado, or hurricane — are the primary contributors.
Hazard Breakdown
Hurricane risk is Coffee County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 90th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 76th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (71th percentile), wildfire (68th percentile), flood (51th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Hurricane risk is Coffee County's top-ranked natural hazard at the 90th percentile nationally. The most time-sensitive preparedness step is knowing the county's evacuation zone for your address — zone maps are published by the county emergency management office. Coffee County's tornado exposure at the 76th percentile nationally adds a hazard layer that can persist or intensify after hurricane-force winds have passed, particularly in low-lying inland areas. Coffee County's county emergency management office publishes official evacuation zone maps with zone-specific shelter locations; downloading this map and identifying your zone assignment is the single highest-value pre-season step.
Regional Context
Coffee County's composite risk score sits 20.1 points above the Georgia county average, placing it among the more hazard-exposed counties in the state.
Is your household prepared for Coffee 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.