Le Sueur County Disaster Risk
Le Sueur County, Minnesota
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
23th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#65
of 87 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
35th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 35% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 16% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 48% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 8% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Le Sueur County, Minnesota
Le Sueur sits safely below national risk
Le Sueur County's composite risk score of 22.81 earns a Very Low rating and sits well below typical U.S. natural disaster exposure. The county experiences manageable, well-distributed hazard risk.
Among Minnesota's safest counties
Le Sueur's 22.81 score falls 46% below Minnesota's average of 42.38, placing it among the state's lowest-risk areas. The county benefits from low exposure across all major hazard categories.
Comparable safety to nearby peers
Le Sueur (22.81) matches Lac qui Parle County (18.80) and Kanabec County (21.31) as one of the region's safest areas. All three rank well below the state average.
Tornado risk leads the profile
Tornado risk scores 48.41 in Le Sueur—the county's most significant hazard, though still moderate. Flood risk (34.64) and wildfire risk (16.13) present secondary and minimal concerns respectively.
Tornado preparedness is key
Ensure your home has a safe room or reinforced shelter for severe weather; verify your policy covers tornado damage. Flood insurance is optional but worth evaluating if you live in a mapped flood zone.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Le Sueur County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Le Sueur County
Risk Verdict
Le Sueur County's overall natural disaster score at the 23th percentile puts it well below the national median for hazard exposure. Le Sueur County's 23th percentile ranking is favorable, though every county carries at least one natural hazard worth knowing — reviewing the specific risks listed above helps households focus their preparedness where it matters most.
Hazard Breakdown
Tornado risk is Le Sueur County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 48th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Flood ranks second at the 35th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include wildfire (16th percentile), earthquake (8th percentile).
Preparedness Context
With tornado ranked at the 48th percentile nationally, Le Sueur County sits in a high-exposure zone where the difference between outcomes often comes down to proximity to a reinforced interior shelter and seconds of warning time. Alongside tornado exposure, flood at the 35th percentile nationally means Le Sueur County households face multi-hazard severe-weather seasons that benefit from a single integrated emergency plan covering both threats. For Le Sueur County households, safe rooms certified to FEMA 320/361 standards offer the highest protection during a direct tornado hit; households without a safe room should locate the innermost lowest-floor room in their building and practice the route to it before storm season.
Regional Context
Le Sueur County's composite risk score sits 19.6 points below the Minnesota county average, reflecting a more favorable hazard environment than the state typical.
Is your household prepared for Le Sueur 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.