Eastland County Disaster Risk
Eastland County, Texas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
41th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#146
of 254 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
43th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 43% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Moderate
Higher than 88% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 65% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 25% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 47% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Eastland County, Texas
Eastland County: Below-Average Risk
Eastland County scores 41.16 on the national composite risk scale, placing it in the Very Low category and below the typical U.S. county average. Despite moderately elevated exposure to wildfire and tornado hazards, the county remains safer than most American communities when all hazard types are weighted together. This favorable standing reflects the county's distance from major seismic, hurricane, and flood-prone zones.
Below Texas Average, Moderate Hazards
Eastland County's 41.16 score falls 16% below Texas's state average of 49.00, placing it in the safer half of Texas counties. Despite this favorable overall ranking, the county experiences notably elevated wildfire (88.07) and tornado (65.27) risks that demand local preparedness attention. The county's composite score masks these significant regional hazards behind lower earthquake and flood exposure.
Safer Than Nearby Erath County
Eastland County's 41.16 is meaningfully lower than neighboring Erath County's 75.00, making it substantially less risky for residents in this North Central Texas region. It ranks higher than the extremely safe Edwards County (5.73) and well below the heavily exposed Ector County (82.82). This variation reflects Erath's elevation of wildfire and tornado risk to dangerous levels.
Wildfire and Tornado Dominance
Wildfire risk tops Eastland County at 88.07, making it one of the county's most critical hazards despite overall low composite scores. Tornado risk follows closely at 65.27, reflecting the county's exposure to severe spring and early summer storms. Flood risk at 43.16 adds a tertiary concern during heavy rainfall events.
Wildfire and Tornado Coverage Priority
Eastland County residents should prioritize wildfire insurance as a first line of defense, as standard homeowners policies typically exclude or severely limit brush fire coverage. Tornado and hail riders are equally essential given the county's 65% tornado risk score. Work with your insurance agent to ensure your policy covers both wind damage and wildfires specific to Texas grassland and brush environments.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Eastland County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Eastland County
Risk Verdict
Eastland County sits in the lower tier of U.S. counties for natural disaster exposure, ranked at the 41th percentile nationally. Even at the 41th percentile, Eastland County's composite score reflects real hazard exposure categories — knowing which ones apply locally enables targeted, efficient household preparedness.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Eastland County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 88th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 65th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include hurricane (47th percentile), flood (43th percentile), earthquake (25th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 88th percentile nationally for wildfire risk, Eastland County households benefit from creating defensible space — a buffer of reduced vegetation around structures — and reviewing whether homeowners insurance covers wildfire damage in this region. The county's tornado exposure at the 65th percentile nationally complements the wildfire risk — saturating rain after burn scarring often triggers secondary flood and debris flow events. Enrolling in the county's wireless emergency alert system and keeping a vehicle at least half-full during peak fire season are low-cost habits that dramatically reduce evacuation lag time for Eastland County residents.
Regional Context
Eastland County falls 7.8 points below Texas's typical county risk level, making it one of the safer natural-hazard environments in the state.
Is your household prepared for Eastland 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.