Dundy County Disaster Risk
Dundy County, Nebraska
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
2th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#79
of 93 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
2th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 2% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 28% 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 4% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Dundy County, Nebraska
Dundy enjoys exceptional national safety standing
Dundy County's composite risk score of 2.23 ranks among the safest counties in the entire nation with a Very Low rating. Residents experience natural disaster exposure far below the national average.
Nebraska's safest county by a wide margin
Dundy County scores just 2.23 compared to Nebraska's state average of 25.80, making it the state's most protected county. This dramatic advantage reflects the county's remote panhandle location and isolation from major hazard corridors.
Significantly safer than surrounding counties
Dundy County's score of 2.23 is substantially lower than all neighboring counties across the panhandle. Its geographic isolation and sparse development contribute to minimal exposure across all major hazard categories.
Minimal hazard exposure across the board
Even Dundy County's highest-scoring hazard—wildfire at 27.99—remains well below state and national averages. Tornadoes (17.14) and other natural disasters pose minimal risk to county residents.
Standard homeowners insurance likely sufficient
Dundy County's exceptional safety profile (2.23 composite score) means standard homeowners insurance typically provides adequate protection for most residents. Still, verify your coverage includes wildfire damage and maintain basic emergency preparedness.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Dundy County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Dundy County
Risk Verdict
Dundy County carries a low natural disaster risk burden, scoring at the 2th percentile under the FEMA National Risk Index. At the 2th percentile, Dundy 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 Dundy County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 28th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 17th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (4th percentile), flood (2th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Wildfire ranks as Dundy County's primary hazard at the 28th percentile nationally. For Dundy County households in high-WUI areas, go-bag readiness — the ability to leave within 15 minutes — is more important than shelter-in-place planning for most residential properties. The county's tornado exposure at the 17th percentile nationally complements the wildfire risk — saturating rain after burn scarring often triggers secondary flood and debris flow events. Dundy County county's local emergency management office publishes community-specific wildfire risk assessments and evacuation zone maps; households should review their zone assignment and sign up for zone-specific alerts.
Regional Context
Compared to the Nebraska county average, Dundy County's composite score runs 23.6 points lower — a gap that reflects the county's relatively modest hazard profile within its state context.
Is your household prepared for Dundy 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.