Lamb County Disaster Risk
Lamb County, Texas
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
61th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#101
of 254 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
19th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 19% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Moderate
Higher than 86% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 59% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 29% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 44% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Lamb County, Texas
Lamb County faces above-average risk
Lamb County's composite risk score of 61.23 exceeds the national average, though its "Relatively Low" rating suggests manageable exposure. The score reflects concentrated vulnerability to specific hazards in the Texas Panhandle region.
Above average for Texas counties
Lamb County scores 61.23 against Texas's state average of 49.00, placing it in the elevated-risk category statewide. The 25% increase over the state baseline reflects the county's exposure to Panhandle-specific hazards.
Riskier than surrounding Panhandle counties
Lamb County's 61.23 score exceeds nearby Lampasas County (29.93) and sits well below Lamar County (79.55). Within its regional context, Lamb represents a moderate-risk outlier.
Wildfire and tornado threats lead
Wildfire risk of 85.85 and tornado risk of 58.72 represent Lamb County's primary hazards, typical of High Plains geography. Flood risk remains low at 18.61, though hurricane exposure reaches 43.68 despite the county's inland location.
Wildfire insurance and storm prep essential
Lamb County residents should ensure homeowners policies explicitly cover wildfire damage and maintain defensible space around properties. Storm shelters and comprehensive wind coverage also warrant priority given the 58.72 tornado risk score.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Lamb County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Lamb County
Risk Verdict
Lamb County has a below-average natural disaster risk profile, scoring at the 61th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Households in Lamb County benefit from knowing which individual hazard types — flood, wildfire, tornado, or hurricane — are the primary contributors.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Lamb County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 86th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 59th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include hurricane (44th percentile), earthquake (29th percentile), flood (19th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Wildfire is Lamb County's top-ranked natural hazard at the 86th percentile nationally. Lamb County residents should assess whether their property lies within or adjacent to a Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) zone, where ember transport and rapid spread pose the highest risk. Alongside wildfire, tornado at the 59th percentile nationally means a multi-season preparedness mindset — fire season and flood or storm season often require different household plans. For Lamb County households, a practiced evacuation plan — with a primary and backup route designated before a fire occurs — provides more protection than any structural improvement when a wildfire approaches fast-moving terrain.
Regional Context
Lamb County's composite risk score sits 12.2 points above the Texas county average, placing it among the more hazard-exposed counties in the state.
Is your household prepared for Lamb 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.