East Carroll Parish Disaster Risk
East Carroll Parish, Louisiana
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
22th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#58
of 64 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
9th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 9% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 7% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 63% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 58% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 67% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in East Carroll Parish, Louisiana
East Carroll ranks among safest parishes
With a composite risk score of just 21.60, East Carroll ranks in the very-low risk category—well below the national average and among the safest counties nationally. This relatively benign risk profile reflects low exposure to floods (8.68) and wildfires (6.87), though tornado activity remains moderate. For most disaster hazards, residents here enjoy substantially lower threat levels than typical Americans.
East Carroll is Louisiana's safest parish
At 21.60, East Carroll's composite score sits dramatically below Louisiana's state average of 62.37, making it the state's least hazard-exposed parish. This nearly 41-point advantage reflects the parish's geographic and demographic circumstances that shield it from the flooding and hurricane threats plaguing coastal and river regions. East Carroll residents enjoy the state's most favorable disaster risk profile.
Safer than all surrounding parishes
East Carroll (21.60) scores significantly lower than nearby Franklin Parish (35.91) and Grant Parish (29.61), offering noticeably superior safety margins. Even comparison to distant parishes shows East Carroll's advantage: it's 35 points safer than Evangeline Parish and 55 points safer than East Baton Rouge. The parish's low-risk status is consistent across its surrounding region.
Tornado risk is your primary concern
Tornadoes represent the parish's highest hazard exposure at 62.66, though this still ranks only moderately compared to other Louisiana parishes. Hurricane risk (66.83) and earthquake risk (58.46) are secondary threats, though all three remain below state averages. Flooding and wildfire pose minimal risk to East Carroll residents.
Standard coverage sufficient for this parish
A solid homeowners insurance policy with tornado/windstorm coverage provides adequate protection for East Carroll's threat profile, as flood and hurricane risks are minimal. You do not require flood insurance unless specifically in a mapped floodplain, nor do you need specialized hurricane coverage. Focus your insurance dollars on tornado preparedness and maintain a basic emergency kit.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in East Carroll Parish
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: East Carroll Parish
Risk Verdict
Natural disaster exposure in East Carroll Parish is lower than roughly three-quarters of U.S. counties, with a composite score at the 22th percentile. A preparedness foundation — alert registration, household communication plan, and a basic supply review — costs little and remains valuable even at East Carroll Parish's favorable 22th percentile ranking.
Hazard Breakdown
Hurricane risk is East Carroll Parish's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 67th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 63th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (58th percentile), flood (9th percentile), wildfire (7th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 67th percentile nationally for hurricane risk, East Carroll Parish is in a zone where flood insurance matters beyond the primary wind risk: NFIP flood insurance requires a 30-day waiting period before taking effect, making off-season enrollment the correct timing. Tornado, the county's second-ranked hazard at the 63th percentile nationally, represents an additional preparedness consideration for East Carroll Parish independent of hurricane season. For East Carroll Parish households, the hurricane preparedness calendar matters: flood insurance has a 30-day waiting period, wind-hardening retrofits take weeks to schedule, and evacuation route scouting is best done before a storm watch is issued.
Regional Context
East Carroll Parish is 40.8 composite risk points below the Louisiana state mean, meaning most other Louisiana counties face higher natural hazard exposure.
Is your household prepared for East Carroll Parish's hazards?
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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.