Natural Disaster Risk in Jacksons Gap
Alabama
Risk Summary for Jacksons Gap
Jacksons Gap scores 5.9/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Extreme Heat.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Average risk — standard coverage usually sufficient
This area carries average natural disaster risk. A standard homeowners or renters policy should cover common events, but review the exclusions for floods and earthquakes, which are almost never included by default.
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: Jacksons Gap, Alabama
Located in the interior eastern United States in Tallapoosa County, Jacksons Gap is a town of roughly 2,853 residents. The humid subtropical climate that characterizes this part of Alabama — marked by hot, humid summers and mild winters typical of the Deep South — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Jacksons Gap a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.
Jacksons Gap's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.9/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Heat wave risk stands out as the primary natural hazard here, with above-average summer temperatures amplified by urban heat island effects in developed areas. Secondary hazards include hurricane and wildfire.
Relative to other U.S. communities, Jacksons Gap's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, near the 6.0/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by heat and hurricane, as measured by FEMA across Tallapoosa County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
With a moderate risk rating, Jacksons Gap 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 heat is recommended.
What this means for Jacksons Gap: Extreme Heat preparedness
- Check on elderly neighbors and never leave children or pets in parked vehicles.
- Stay hydrated and limit outdoor activity during the hottest hours when heat advisories are issued.
- Ensure reliable air conditioning and identify nearby cooling centers for extreme heat days.
Local Factors for Jacksons Gap
These city-level factors differentiate Jacksons Gap from other communities in Tallapoosa County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
2,853
Small TownGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Mild Temperate
Latitude 32.9°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Moderate — seasonal fire risk
Fire score: 7.8/10
Coordinates
32.8858° N, 85.8323° W
Tallapoosa County
Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.
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Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Scores normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. City scores inherit county-level FEMA data. For informational purposes only.