Natural Disaster Risk in Hughes
Arkansas
Risk Summary for Hughes
Hughes scores 6.3/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Earthquake.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Above-average risk — check your policy limits
Standard homeowners insurance may not fully cover all hazards rated highly in this area. Verify that your policy includes adequate coverage for the top local hazards, and ask your insurer about specific endorsements or separate policies (e.g., flood, earthquake).
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: Hughes, Arkansas
Hughes, in Crittenden County, is a small community of about 2,135 situated in the interior eastern United States. Its humid subtropical climate brings hot, humid summers and frequent severe thunderstorm activity, and in particular a volatile spring storm season. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Hughes residents and property owners must navigate.
According to FEMA's National Risk Index, Hughes carries an overall risk score of 6.3/10, placing it in the high category. Seismic activity is the dominant hazard, with the community situated in or near an active tectonic zone capable of producing damaging ground shaking. The area also faces notable exposure to ice storm and heat.
Within Arkansas, Hughes's risk is, near the 6.2/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Crittenden County identifies earthquake as the foremost hazard, followed by ice storm and heat. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.
Hughes'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.
What this means for Hughes: Earthquake preparedness
- Identify "drop, cover, and hold on" spots in each room and keep an emergency kit with water for at least 72 hours.
- Standard homeowners insurance excludes earthquake damage — a separate earthquake policy or endorsement is needed.
- Secure heavy furniture, water heaters, and shelving to wall studs to reduce injury and damage during shaking.
Local Factors for Hughes
These city-level factors differentiate Hughes from other communities in Crittenden County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
2,135
Small TownGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Mild Temperate
Latitude 34.9°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 1.8/10
Coordinates
34.9374° N, 90.4202° W
Crittenden 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.