Limestone County Disaster Risk
Limestone County, Texas
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
59th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#110
of 254 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
50th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 50% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 73% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 63% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 30% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 73% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Limestone County, Texas
Limestone County's Moderate-to-High Risk
Limestone County scores 59.26 on the composite risk scale, rating Relatively Low but exceeding Texas's state average of 49.00 by 21%. This positions Limestone as a moderate-to-high-risk county where residents face consistent exposure to multiple natural hazards.
Limestone's Standing in Texas
Limestone County's composite risk score of 59.26 places it in the upper-middle range of Texas counties for natural disaster exposure. The county's risk stems from multiple sources—wildfire, tornado, hurricane, and flood—rather than dominance by a single hazard.
Limestone Among Central Texas Peers
Limestone County (59.26) is slightly higher-risk than Leon County (58.30) to the east but substantially lower than Llano County (70.39) to the west. It sits well below Liberty County's 79.52, making Limestone a moderate-risk zone in East-Central Texas.
Limestone's Primary Hazards
Wildfire risk (73.16) and hurricane risk (72.92) are Limestone County's top two threats, with tornado risk (63.42) adding significant exposure to spring severe weather. Flood risk (49.59) rounds out the profile, requiring year-round preparedness across multiple hazard types.
Protecting Limestone County Properties
Limestone County homeowners should carry comprehensive coverage that addresses wind, hail, and wildfire damage, plus flood insurance for the county's moderate flood exposure. Review your policy's tornado and hurricane provisions annually, especially before spring and hurricane season.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Limestone County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Limestone County
Risk Verdict
Limestone County has a below-average natural disaster risk profile, scoring at the 59th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Households in Limestone County benefit from knowing which individual hazard types — flood, wildfire, tornado, or hurricane — are the primary contributors.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Limestone County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 73th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Hurricane ranks second at the 73th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include tornado (63th percentile), flood (50th percentile), earthquake (30th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Wildfire is Limestone County's top-ranked natural hazard at the 73th percentile nationally. Limestone 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. A secondary hurricane exposure at the 73th percentile nationally means Limestone County residents face hazards from two distinct natural peril categories during different seasons. For Limestone 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
Limestone County's composite risk score sits 10.3 points above the Texas county average, placing it among the more hazard-exposed counties in the state.
Is your household prepared for Limestone 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.