Chase County Disaster Risk
Chase County, Kansas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
9th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#87
of 105 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
20th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 20% 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 31% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 9% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 0% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Chase County, Kansas
Chase County's disaster risk ranks very low nationally
With a composite risk score of 9.35, Chase County sits well below the national average and poses minimal natural disaster exposure overall. The county's "Very Low" rating reflects relatively modest threats across most hazard types, making it one of Kansas's safer communities.
Safest counties in Kansas
Chase County's score of 9.35 is significantly below Kansas's state average of 29.89, placing it among the lowest-risk counties statewide. This strong performance is driven by minimal flood, tornado, and earthquake exposure compared to peers.
Safer than neighboring counties
Chase County's risk profile outperforms nearby Butler and Lyon Counties, which face higher tornado and wildfire threats. The county's balanced hazard exposure—without severe concentration in any single category—distinguishes it from southwestern Kansas neighbors.
Wildfire poses the primary threat
Wildfire risk scores 80.38 in Chase County, representing the most significant natural hazard despite the county's overall low composite score. Tornado risk, at 30.69, presents a secondary concern but remains below state averages.
Prioritize wildfire and weather coverage
Homeowners should maintain robust property insurance that covers wildfire damage and ensure they have adequate tornado and wind coverage. Given Chase County's low overall risk, standard homeowner's policies with these protections are typically sufficient.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Chase County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Chase County
Risk Verdict
Compared to the nation's 3,144 counties, Chase County ranks at the 9th percentile for natural disaster risk — toward the safer end of the spectrum. At the 9th percentile, Chase County's risk profile is among the more manageable in the country — the hazard-specific breakdown above shows where any remaining preparedness focus is best directed.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Chase County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 80th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 31th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (20th percentile), earthquake (9th percentile), hurricane (0th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Chase County sits at the 80th percentile for wildfire exposure. Signing up for Chase County's county emergency alert system and knowing the pre-planned evacuation route before conditions deteriorate are the two highest-value preparedness actions for residents here. The county's tornado exposure at the 31th percentile nationally complements the wildfire risk — saturating rain after burn scarring often triggers secondary flood and debris flow events. In Chase County, wildfire smoke often precedes the flame front by hours or days; households benefit from tracking EPA's AirNow.gov and having HEPA air filtration available as a first line of indoor protection when air quality alerts are issued.
Regional Context
At 20.5 points below the Kansas state average, Chase County is among the lower-risk counties in the state for natural disaster exposure.
Is your household prepared for Chase 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.