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FEMA National Risk Index

Cass County Disaster Risk

Cass County, Texas

FEMA Risk Rating

Relatively Low

National Percentile

51th

of 3,144 counties

State Rank

#137

of 254 (1 = highest risk)

Flood Risk

40th

percentile

Hazard Risk Breakdown

Flood

River, coastal, and surface flooding risk

Very Low

Higher than 40% of US counties

Wildfire

Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 71% of US counties

Tornado

Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 74% of US counties

Earthquake

Seismic activity and ground shaking risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 51% of US counties

Hurricane

Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 56% of US counties

Risk Advisory: Cass County

Risk Verdict

Cass County shows a relatively low overall disaster risk profile, scoring in the 51th 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

Tornado risk is the dominant hazard for Cass County, scoring in the 74th percentile nationally. It is followed by wildfire risk at the 71th percentile. Additional hazards include hurricane (56th), earthquake (51th), flood (40th).

Preparedness Context

With tornado risk as the top concern, Cass County residents should identify a safe room or interior space on the lowest floor, have a NOAA weather radio, and practice tornado drills with your household. 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

Cass County has a disaster risk profile close to the average county in Texas. Its composite risk score is within 1.8 points of the state average, meaning its overall hazard exposure is broadly representative of Texas as a whole.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the natural disaster risk in Cass County, TX?
Cass County has a FEMA National Risk Index rating of Relatively Low, placing it in the 51th 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 Cass County?
Cass County is evaluated for five major natural hazard types: tornado (74th percentile), wildfire (71th percentile), hurricane (56th percentile), earthquake (51th percentile), flooding (40th percentile). The highest-risk hazard is tornado at the 74th 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 Cass County risk compare to the Texas average?
Cass County's composite risk percentile is 51th, compared to the Texas state average of 49th percentile. The state's overall risk rating is Relatively Low. This means Cass County faces higher natural disaster risk than the typical county in Texas.
Is Cass County at risk for tornado?
Yes, Cass County's tornado risk is at the 74th percentile nationally. This is above the national median. For flooding specifically, Cass County is at the 40th 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 Cass County higher risk than average?
Cass County's composite risk score of 51th percentile is above the Texas state average of 49th percentile. This elevated risk is driven by tornado exposure (74th percentile), along with wildfire and hurricane and earthquake 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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