Natural Disaster Risk in Fredonia

Natural Hazard Profile: Fredonia, Arizona

Located in the Great Plains in Coconino County, Fredonia is a small community of about 1,712. The desert climate that characterizes this part of Arizona — marked by intense summer heat and very low annual precipitation — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Fredonia a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

FEMA rates Fredonia's composite natural disaster risk at 7.0 out of 10 — high risk. Lightning from frequent convective storms is the leading natural hazard, with above-average strike density creating risks for outdoor activities, trees, and sensitive infrastructure. Residents should also account for volcano and wildfire risk in their preparedness planning.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Fredonia's natural disaster risk is well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 6.1/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by lightning and volcano, as measured by FEMA across Coconino County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

Fredonia's high risk designation reflects meaningful exposure to natural hazards. Residents should verify that their insurance covers the area's primary risks, prepare a family emergency plan, and stay informed about seasonal hazard peaks through local weather and emergency management services.