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FEMA National Risk Index

Falls County Disaster Risk

Falls County, Texas

FEMA Risk Rating

Very Low

National Percentile

26th

of 3,144 counties

State Rank

#180

of 254 (1 = highest risk)

Flood Risk

24th

percentile

Hazard Risk Breakdown

Flood

River, coastal, and surface flooding risk

Very Low

Higher than 24% of US counties

Wildfire

Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 54% of US counties

Tornado

Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 70% of US counties

Earthquake

Seismic activity and ground shaking risk

Very Low

Higher than 22% of US counties

Hurricane

Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 68% of US counties

Risk Advisory: Falls County

Risk Verdict

Falls County has a very low overall disaster risk profile, scoring in the 26th percentile nationally. This county is among the safer counties in the United States from a natural disaster perspective, though no area is entirely risk-free.

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado risk is the dominant hazard for Falls County, scoring in the 70th percentile nationally. It is followed by hurricane risk at the 68th percentile. Additional hazards include wildfire (54th), flood (24th), earthquake (22th).

Preparedness Context

With tornado risk as the top concern, Falls 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 hurricane 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

Falls County is notably safer than the average county in Texas. Its composite risk score is 22.8 points lower than the state average, indicating below-average exposure to natural hazards relative to other counties in the state.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the natural disaster risk in Falls County, TX?
Falls County has a FEMA National Risk Index rating of Very Low, placing it in the 26th 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 Falls County?
Falls County is evaluated for five major natural hazard types: tornado (70th percentile), hurricane (68th percentile), wildfire (54th percentile), flooding (24th percentile), earthquake (22th percentile). The highest-risk hazard is tornado at the 70th 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 Falls County risk compare to the Texas average?
Falls County's composite risk percentile is 26th, compared to the Texas state average of 49th percentile. The state's overall risk rating is Relatively Low. This means Falls County faces lower natural disaster risk than the typical county in Texas.
Is Falls County at risk for tornado?
Yes, Falls County's tornado risk is at the 70th percentile nationally. This is above the national median. For flooding specifically, Falls County is at the 24th 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.
Is Falls County a safe place to live?
Falls County's composite risk score of 26th percentile is below the Texas state average of 49th percentile, indicating relatively lower exposure to natural hazards. However, no county is completely risk-free. The primary hazard type is tornado at the 70th percentile. Residents should still maintain emergency preparedness plans and appropriate insurance coverage.

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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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