Logan County Disaster Risk
Logan County, Nebraska
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
0th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#90
of 93 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
0th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 0% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 49% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 8% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 3% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Logan County, Nebraska
Logan County's risk: far below national average
Logan County scores 0.22 on the composite risk scale, placing it in the Very Low category and well below the national baseline. This exceptionally low score reflects minimal exposure to most major natural hazards that affect American communities.
Among Nebraska's safest counties
With a composite risk score of 0.22, Logan County ranks among the lowest-risk counties in Nebraska, where the state average sits at 25.80. Only a handful of Nebraska counties have comparable safety profiles.
Logan County outpaces neighboring counties
Logan County's risk score of 0.22 is significantly lower than McPherson County (0.13 is only lower), Loup County (0.25), and Morrill County (27.83). It stands as one of the region's safest places.
Wildfire is the primary concern here
Logan County's wildfire risk score of 49.27 dominates its hazard profile, though this remains moderate compared to national wildfire hotspots. Tornado risk (8.40) and earthquake risk (3.37) are minimal, making fire preparedness the top priority.
Focus on wildfire-resilient coverage
Homeowners in Logan County should prioritize comprehensive property insurance with wildfire protection given the county's elevated fire risk relative to other hazards. Standard homeowners policies should be reviewed to ensure adequate coverage limits for structural damage.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Logan County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Logan County
Risk Verdict
Logan County carries a low natural disaster risk burden, scoring at the 0th percentile under the FEMA National Risk Index. Even at the 0th percentile, Logan County's composite score reflects real hazard exposure categories — knowing which ones apply locally enables targeted, efficient household preparedness.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Logan County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 49th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 8th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (3th percentile), flood (0th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Wildfire ranks as Logan County's primary hazard at the 49th percentile nationally. For Logan 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. Alongside wildfire, tornado at the 8th percentile nationally means a multi-season preparedness mindset — fire season and flood or storm season often require different household plans. Logan 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, Logan County's composite score runs 25.6 points lower — a gap that reflects the county's relatively modest hazard profile within its state context.
Is your household prepared for Logan 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.