Natural Disaster Risk in Honoraville

Natural Hazard Profile: Honoraville, Alabama

Honoraville, in Crenshaw County, is a small community of about 1,781 situated in the Deep South. Its humid subtropical climate brings hot, humid summers and mild winters typical of the Deep South, and in particular an active spring tornado season. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Honoraville residents and property owners must navigate.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, Honoraville carries an overall risk score of 4.7/10, placing it in the moderate category. Hurricane and tropical storm exposure tops the local risk profile, with the community vulnerable to storm surge, high sustained winds, and flooding rainfall during the June–November season. The area also faces notable exposure to tornado and lightning.

Within Alabama, Honoraville's risk is, slightly below the 6.0/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Crenshaw County identifies hurricane as the foremost hazard, followed by tornado and lightning. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, Honoraville residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for hurricane is recommended.