Venango County Disaster Risk
Venango County, Pennsylvania
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
56th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#49
of 67 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
74th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 74% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 13% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 35% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 28% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 55% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Venango County, Pennsylvania
Venango County faces moderate U.S. risk
Venango County's composite risk score of 55.60 places it in the moderate range of American counties, neither among the safest nor most vulnerable communities. This profile reflects meaningful but manageable natural hazard exposure that residents should actively prepare for.
Below state average risk in Pennsylvania
Venango County scores 55.60 compared to Pennsylvania's average of 67.45, ranking it as relatively low-risk statewide. The county performs better than most of its Pennsylvania peers on composite disaster vulnerability.
Comparable risk to nearby northwestern counties
Venango County (55.60) faces similar exposure to Warren County (65.55) but less than neighboring Washington County (83.08), Pennsylvania's second-highest-risk county. The county's 74.14 flood score reflects its vulnerability to water hazards affecting the northwestern region.
Flood and tornado risks require attention
Venango County's main hazards are flood risk (74.14) and tornado risk (34.54), both above state averages and creating significant water and weather exposure. Hurricane risk (55.24) and earthquake risk (28.50) present secondary but notable concerns for the county.
Bundle flood coverage with homeowners policy
Venango County residents should obtain flood insurance in addition to standard homeowners coverage, given the county's high flood risk of 74.14. A comprehensive insurance strategy addressing both flood and windstorm protection ensures adequate financial safeguards for this community.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Venango County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Venango County
Risk Verdict
Venango County ranks at the 56th percentile nationally for natural disaster risk — below the median for U.S. counties. Residents are encouraged to understand which hazards dominate locally and tailor their preparedness accordingly.
Hazard Breakdown
Flood risk is Venango County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 74th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Hurricane ranks second at the 55th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include tornado (35th percentile), earthquake (28th percentile), wildfire (13th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Venango County sits at the 74th percentile nationally for flood exposure. Knowing your property's flood zone designation — available at FEMA's Flood Map Service Center — is the first step toward understanding actual exposure and insurance options. The county's second-ranked hazard, hurricane at the 55th percentile nationally, means Venango County residents face compounding risks from multiple natural hazard types during peak seasons. Regardless of specific hazard, Venango County households benefit from a practiced communication plan: a designated out-of-state contact and a pre-agreed evacuation destination established before the season's peak risk period.
Regional Context
A composite score 11.8 points below the Pennsylvania state average puts Venango County in a better-than-typical position relative to neighboring counties.
Is your household prepared for Venango 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.