Jewell County Disaster Risk
Jewell County, Kansas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
25th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#47
of 105 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
13th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 13% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 44% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 39% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 13% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Jewell County, Kansas
Jewell County Below National Disaster Risk
Jewell County's composite score of 25.29 places it in the Very Low risk category, below the national average. While this indicates good overall safety, tornadoes and wildfires present localized hazards worth preparing for.
Below-Average Risk for Kansas
At 25.29, Jewell ranks below the Kansas average of 29.89, positioning it among the state's safer counties. However, its 38.61 tornado risk reflects Kansas's regional vulnerability to severe spring weather.
Mid-Range Protection in Northeast Kansas
Jewell (25.29) sits between Haskell (15.01) and Jefferson (19.66) in risk profiles, though it carries higher tornado exposure than most neighbors. Its wildfire risk at 44.31 matches the regional pattern for northeast Kansas counties.
Tornadoes Pose Jewell's Greatest Threat
Tornado risk reaches 38.61, making severe spring weather the county's leading hazard and notably above state patterns. Wildfire at 44.31 represents a secondary but substantial seasonal risk.
Build Tornado Safety Into Your Home
Consider reinforced safe rooms or above-ground tornado shelters to protect your family during severe weather season. Also confirm wildfire coverage in your policy and create defensible space—both hazards demand equal preparation.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Jewell County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Jewell County
Risk Verdict
Natural disaster exposure in Jewell County is lower than roughly three-quarters of U.S. counties, with a composite score at the 25th percentile. At the 25th percentile nationally, Jewell County's natural hazard profile is comparatively favorable — community resilience is reinforced when individual households maintain a reviewed emergency plan.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Jewell County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 44th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 39th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (13th percentile), earthquake (13th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 44th percentile nationally for wildfire, Jewell County residents should verify whether their insurance policy includes replacement cost coverage for structures and whether the insurer still writes new policies in this fire-risk zone. The county's tornado exposure at the 39th percentile nationally complements the wildfire risk — saturating rain after burn scarring often triggers secondary flood and debris flow events. Local USFS or Cal Fire (where applicable) fire risk maps and seasonal Red Flag Warning alerts from the National Weather Service are two free resources Jewell County residents can use to stay ahead of rapidly changing wildfire conditions.
Regional Context
Jewell County's composite risk score is within 4.6 points of the Kansas county average — a close alignment that reflects a broadly representative hazard environment for this part of the state.
Is your household prepared for Jewell 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.