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FEMA NRI 1.19.0Updated Nov 2023 · Coverage 2014–2023Methodology

Screven County Disaster Risk

Screven County, Georgia

FEMA Risk Rating

Relatively Low

National Percentile

44th

of 3,144 counties

State Rank

#68

of 159 (1 = highest risk)

Flood Risk

23th

percentile

Hazard Risk Breakdown

Flood

River, coastal, and surface flooding risk

Very Low

Higher than 23% of US counties

Wildfire

Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 54% of US counties

Tornado

Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 45% of US counties

Earthquake

Seismic activity and ground shaking risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 69% of US counties

Hurricane

Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk

Moderate

Higher than 89% of US counties

Risk Overview

About Natural Disaster Risk in Screven County, Georgia

Screven County faces relatively low national risk

Screven County's composite risk score of 43.89 and relatively low rating indicate modest natural hazard exposure by national standards. The county's profile reflects moderate exposure to multiple hazard types rather than extreme vulnerability in any single category.

Slightly above Georgia's average risk

Screven County scores 43.89 compared to Georgia's state average of 39.49, placing it just slightly above the typical Georgia risk profile. This positioning reflects a fairly representative disaster exposure for the state.

Average hazard exposure for eastern Georgia

Screven County's risk profile aligns with other eastern Georgia counties, though it faces notably higher hurricane exposure (89.45) than inland peers. The county occupies a mid-range position within its regional risk landscape.

Hurricane and wildfire warrant planning

Hurricane risk of 89.45 emerges as Screven County's dominant hazard threat, reflecting its proximity to Gulf Coast storm systems. Wildfire risk of 54.20 and earthquake risk of 68.73 add secondary concerns requiring household awareness.

Hurricane coverage is essential protection

Screven County homeowners should prioritize hurricane and wind coverage, as standard policies often exclude or limit wind damage protection. Flood insurance deserves consideration given the county's moderate flood risk of 23.09, and maintaining a family emergency plan ensures readiness for hurricane season.

Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor

Preparedness Guide

What to Prepare for in Screven County

Top Hazards by Exposure

  1. #1
    HurricanePrepare
    89th percentile
  2. #2
    EarthquakePrepare
    69th percentile
  3. #3
    WildfirePrepare
    54th percentile

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)

Local Resources

Risk Advisory: Screven County

Risk Verdict

Screven County has a below-average natural disaster risk profile, scoring at the 44th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. The 44th percentile national ranking is one lens; Screven County residents also benefit from reviewing which specific hazard types drive the county's composite score and preparing accordingly.

Hazard Breakdown

Hurricane risk is Screven County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 89th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Earthquake ranks second at the 69th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include wildfire (54th percentile), tornado (45th percentile), flood (23th percentile).

Preparedness Context

Hurricane risk is Screven County's top-ranked natural hazard at the 89th 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. Earthquake, the county's second-ranked hazard at the 69th percentile nationally, represents an additional preparedness consideration for Screven County independent of hurricane season. Screven 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

At just 4.4 composite points from the Georgia average, Screven County's natural disaster risk is closely in line with its in-state peers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the natural disaster risk in Screven County, GA?
Screven County has a FEMA National Risk Index rating of Relatively Low, placing it in the 44th percentile nationally out of 3,144 counties. This composite score reflects the county's overall exposure to natural hazards including floods, wildfires, tornadoes, earthquakes, and hurricanes, weighted by expected annual loss and social vulnerability.
What types of natural hazards affect Screven County?
Screven County is evaluated for five major natural hazard types: hurricane (89th percentile), earthquake (69th percentile), wildfire (54th percentile), tornado (45th percentile), flooding (23th percentile). The highest-risk hazard is hurricane at the 89th percentile nationally. These scores are derived from FEMA's National Risk Index, which analyzes expected annual loss, social vulnerability, and community resilience for each hazard type.
How does Screven County risk compare to the Georgia average?
Screven County's composite risk percentile is 44th, compared to the Georgia state average of 40th percentile. The state's overall risk rating is Very Low. This means Screven County faces higher natural disaster risk than the typical county in Georgia.
Is Screven County at risk for hurricane?
Yes, Screven County's hurricane risk is at the 89th percentile nationally. This places it in the top quartile for this hazard type. For flooding specifically, Screven County is at the 23th percentile.
How is natural disaster risk measured?
FEMA's National Risk Index (NRI) calculates risk scores for 18 natural hazard types across all U.S. counties and census tracts. The composite score combines Expected Annual Loss (estimated dollar losses from each hazard), Social Vulnerability (demographic factors affecting disaster impact), and Community Resilience (ability to recover). Percentile scores rank each county against all 3,144 U.S. counties, and risk ratings range from Very Low to Very High.
Why is Screven County higher risk than average?
Screven County's composite risk score of 44th percentile is above the Georgia state average of 40th percentile. This elevated risk is driven by hurricane exposure (89th percentile), along with earthquake and wildfire risk. Geographic location, terrain, climate patterns, and proximity to flood zones or fault lines all influence a county's risk profile.

Counties with Similar Risk

Early County

Georgia

-0.5

Relatively Low

43th percentile

Wayne County

Georgia

+0.7

Relatively Low

45th percentile

Dodge County

Georgia

+0.9

Relatively Low

45th percentile

By Evan Brooks, Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor

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.

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