Warrick County Disaster Risk
Warrick County, Indiana
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
65th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#23
of 92 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
69th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 69% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 36% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 72% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Moderate
Higher than 90% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 23% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Warrick County, Indiana
Warrick County faces elevated national risk
Warrick County's composite risk score of 65.11 exceeds the national average, placing it in the relatively low to moderate risk tier nationally. This reflects meaningful hazard exposure across multiple disaster types.
Mid-range risk for Indiana
Warrick's score of 65.11 is roughly 43% higher than Indiana's state average of 45.52, positioning it in the upper-middle tier of state hazard exposure. The county faces more risk than most northern Indiana counties but less than the highest-risk southern counties.
Lower than Vanderburgh, higher than most others
Warrick's composite risk of 65.11 falls below Vanderburgh County (91.32) to the north but exceeds Vigo County (83.21) when evaluated against other measures. The southwestern Indiana location concentrates certain hazards more than neighboring regions.
Earthquake and flood risks dominate
Earthquake risk (89.54) and flood risk (68.92) are Warrick County's primary concerns, with tornado risk (71.72) adding significant exposure. The Ohio River proximity and regional geology combine to create multiple meaningful hazards.
Comprehensive coverage protects your investment
Standard homeowners insurance must include tornado and wind protections; separate flood insurance is strongly recommended given Warrick's 68.92 flood risk score and river proximity. Consult your agent about earthquake coverage, as the county's 89.54 earthquake risk is substantial.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Warrick County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Warrick County
Risk Verdict
With a national percentile rank of 65th, Warrick County faces below-average hazard exposure relative to U.S. counties as a whole. Above-average risk does not mean imminent danger; it signals that informed, hazard-specific preparedness has high value here.
Hazard Breakdown
Earthquake risk is Warrick County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 90th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 72th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (69th percentile), wildfire (36th percentile), hurricane (23th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 90th percentile nationally for earthquake exposure, Warrick County households benefit from practicing Drop, Cover, and Hold On — the protocol that minimizes injury during shaking. Getting under a sturdy table or desk and holding on until shaking stops is the key action. Tornado at the 72th percentile nationally is a separate hazard dimension for Warrick County that requires different protective strategies from earthquake preparedness. Building age matters for earthquake risk in Warrick County: structures built before local seismic code adoption are statistically more vulnerable. Contacting the local building department about retrofit programs can reveal whether your structure qualifies for mitigation assistance.
Regional Context
At 19.6 points above the Indiana state average, Warrick County carries meaningfully higher natural disaster exposure than a typical Indiana county.
Is your household prepared for Warrick County's hazards?
Review FEMA's county-specific preparedness checklists and emergency planning guides.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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.