Deuel County Disaster Risk
Deuel County, Nebraska
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
4th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#74
of 93 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
3th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 3% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 38% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 17% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 9% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Deuel County, Nebraska
Deuel ranks among safest counties nationally
With a composite risk score of 4.04, Deuel County sits well below the national average and carries a Very Low risk rating. This means residents face significantly fewer natural disaster threats than most American counties.
One of Nebraska's lowest-risk counties
Deuel's score of 4.04 ranks it among the safest counties in Nebraska, where the state average sits at 25.80. This protective position reflects the county's geography and relative isolation from major hazard corridors.
Safer than most surrounding counties
Deuel County's risk score of 4.04 is notably lower than neighboring Cheyenne County and similar rural counties across the panhandle. Its low profile holds steady across most hazard categories, making it one of the region's more secure areas.
Wildfire remains the primary threat
Wildfire risk scores 38.42 in Deuel County, representing the most significant natural hazard residents face. While tornado risk (17.40) and earthquake risk (8.84) exist, they remain substantially lower than the county's wildfire exposure.
Focus wildfire coverage for peace of mind
Even in low-risk Deuel County, homeowners should verify that their insurance policies adequately cover wildfire damage, given the county's elevated wildfire score of 38.42. Review your policy annually and maintain defensible space around your property.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Deuel County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Deuel County
Risk Verdict
Compared to the nation's 3,144 counties, Deuel County ranks at the 4th percentile for natural disaster risk — toward the safer end of the spectrum. At the 4th percentile nationally, Deuel 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 Deuel County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 38th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 17th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (9th percentile), flood (3th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Deuel County sits at the 38th percentile for wildfire exposure. Signing up for Deuel 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. A secondary tornado exposure at the 17th percentile nationally means Deuel County residents face hazards from two distinct natural peril categories during different seasons. In Deuel 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 21.8 points below the Nebraska state average, Deuel County is among the lower-risk counties in the state for natural disaster exposure.
Is your household prepared for Deuel 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.