Natural Disaster Risk in Thornton
Arkansas
Risk Summary for Thornton
Thornton scores 3.7/10 (Low risk), below the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Ice Storm.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Below-average risk — standard coverage likely adequate
Natural disaster risk here is below the US average. Standard homeowners insurance will typically be sufficient, but it is still worth reviewing exclusions for floods and earthquakes.
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: Thornton, Arkansas
Thornton, in Calhoun County, is a small community of about 690 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 Thornton residents and property owners must navigate.
Thornton's overall natural disaster risk is rated 3.7/10 (Low) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Freezing rain and ice accretion are the primary winter hazard, with glaze ice events capable of downing power lines, snapping tree limbs, and making roads impassable for days. Secondary hazards include earthquake and hurricane.
Within Arkansas, Thornton's risk is, considerably below the 6.2/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks below the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Calhoun County identifies ice storm as the foremost hazard, followed by earthquake and hurricane. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.
Despite its lower-than-average risk classification, Thornton is not immune to natural hazards. Basic preparedness — an emergency kit, awareness of seasonal risks, and property insurance that covers ice storm — remains prudent for all residents.
What this means for Thornton: Ice Storm preparedness
- Have a backup heat source and charged devices ready before winter storms arrive.
- Prepare for multi-day power outages, as ice accretion frequently downs power lines.
- Keep walkways treated and avoid travel during freezing-rain events.
Local Factors for Thornton
These city-level factors differentiate Thornton from other communities in Calhoun County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
690
RuralGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Mild Temperate
Latitude 33.7°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 1.9/10
Coordinates
33.7362° N, 92.5020° W
Calhoun 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.