Morris County Disaster Risk
Morris County, Texas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
35th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#160
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 65% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 79% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 39% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 49% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Morris County, Texas
Morris: Very Low Risk Nationwide
Morris County scores just 34.54 on the national composite risk scale, earning a "Very Low" rating and placing it well below Texas's state average of 49.00. This East Texas county ranks among the safer communities nationally for multi-hazard disaster exposure.
Safest Counties in Texas by Composite Score
Morris ranks in the lowest tier of Texas counties for natural disaster risk, benefiting from its distance from the Gulf Coast and relative isolation from major urban areas. The county's rural character and forested landscape create a lower-risk profile across most hazard categories.
Protected by Rural East Texas Location
Morris's score of 34.54 positions it as one of the safer counties in the piney woods region of East Texas, outperforming more populated neighbors to the east and south. The county's tornado risk at 79.26 is its primary concern, but overall exposure remains substantially below state averages.
Tornadoes and Hurricanes Present Real Risk
Morris County faces tornado risk at 79.26 and hurricane risk at 49.31, with wildfire exposure at 64.63 creating seasonal wildfire-related concerns. Flood risk remains low at 24.24, and earthquake exposure is minimal at 38.96.
Standard Insurance Plus Tornado Prep
Morris residents should maintain standard homeowners insurance with windstorm coverage to protect against tornado damage, the county's primary hazard. Develop a severe weather plan with a safe room or basement shelter, and ensure your insurance is reviewed annually to reflect property value changes.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Morris County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Morris County
Risk Verdict
Morris County sits in the lower tier of U.S. counties for natural disaster exposure, ranked at the 35th percentile nationally. Residents of Morris County can use the 35th percentile ranking as a baseline, while recognizing that individual properties may still lie in specific hazard zones that differ from the county average.
Hazard Breakdown
Tornado risk is Morris County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 79th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Wildfire ranks second at the 65th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include hurricane (49th percentile), earthquake (39th percentile), flood (24th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 79th percentile nationally for tornado risk, Morris County households benefit most from a reliable alert system — a NOAA weather radio that activates during overnight hours when residents may not be checking smartphone alerts. Alongside tornado exposure, wildfire at the 65th percentile nationally means Morris County households face multi-hazard severe-weather seasons that benefit from a single integrated emergency plan covering both threats. For Morris County households, a pre-decided family shelter plan — who goes where, how children are retrieved from school during a warning, and a neighborhood meet-up point if phones fail — provides real protection that no supply kit alone can replicate.
Regional Context
Morris County falls 14.5 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 Morris 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.