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FEMA National Risk Index

Brooks County Disaster Risk

Brooks County, Texas

FEMA Risk Rating

Relatively Low

National Percentile

61th

of 3,144 counties

State Rank

#105

of 254 (1 = highest risk)

Flood Risk

18th

percentile

Hazard Risk Breakdown

Flood

River, coastal, and surface flooding risk

Very Low

Higher than 18% of US counties

Wildfire

Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 60% of US counties

Tornado

Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk

Very Low

Higher than 21% of US counties

Earthquake

Seismic activity and ground shaking risk

Very Low

Higher than 6% of US counties

Hurricane

Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk

Moderate

Higher than 82% of US counties

Risk Advisory: Brooks County

Risk Verdict

Brooks County shows a relatively low overall disaster risk profile, scoring in the 61th percentile nationally. The county faces moderate hazard exposure relative to other U.S. counties. Standard emergency preparedness is recommended, with attention to the specific hazards that dominate locally.

Hazard Breakdown

Hurricane risk is the dominant hazard for Brooks County, scoring in the 82th percentile nationally. It is followed by wildfire risk at the 60th percentile. Additional hazards include tornado (21th), flood (18th), earthquake (6th).

Preparedness Context

With hurricane risk as the top concern, Brooks County residents should know your evacuation route, stockpile supplies for at least 72 hours, and review your homeowners and flood insurance policies annually. Secondary risks such as wildfire also warrant attention in household and community preparedness planning. FEMA recommends all households maintain at least 72 hours of food, water, and medication supplies regardless of specific hazard exposure.

Regional Context

Brooks County is significantly riskier than the average county in Texas. Its composite risk score is 11.8 points higher than the state average, meaning residents face above-average exposure to natural hazards compared to their neighbors.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the natural disaster risk in Brooks County, TX?
Brooks County has a FEMA National Risk Index rating of Relatively Low, placing it in the 61th percentile nationally out of 3,144 counties. This composite score reflects the county's overall exposure to natural hazards including floods, wildfires, tornadoes, earthquakes, and hurricanes, weighted by expected annual loss and social vulnerability.
What types of natural hazards affect Brooks County?
Brooks County is evaluated for five major natural hazard types: hurricane (82th percentile), wildfire (60th percentile), tornado (21th percentile), flooding (18th percentile), earthquake (6th percentile). The highest-risk hazard is hurricane at the 82th percentile nationally. These scores are derived from FEMA's National Risk Index, which analyzes expected annual loss, social vulnerability, and community resilience for each hazard type.
How does Brooks County risk compare to the Texas average?
Brooks County's composite risk percentile is 61th, compared to the Texas state average of 49th percentile. The state's overall risk rating is Relatively Low. This means Brooks County faces higher natural disaster risk than the typical county in Texas.
Is Brooks County at risk for hurricane?
Yes, Brooks County's hurricane risk is at the 82th percentile nationally. This places it in the top quartile for this hazard type. For flooding specifically, Brooks County is at the 18th percentile.
How is natural disaster risk measured?
FEMA's National Risk Index (NRI) calculates risk scores for 18 natural hazard types across all U.S. counties and census tracts. The composite score combines Expected Annual Loss (estimated dollar losses from each hazard), Social Vulnerability (demographic factors affecting disaster impact), and Community Resilience (ability to recover). Percentile scores rank each county against all 3,144 U.S. counties, and risk ratings range from Very Low to Very High.
Why is Brooks County higher risk than average?
Brooks County's composite risk score of 61th percentile is above the Texas state average of 49th percentile. This elevated risk is driven by hurricane exposure (82th percentile), along with wildfire risk. Geographic location, terrain, climate patterns, and proximity to flood zones or fault lines all influence a county's risk profile.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.

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