Natural Disaster Risk in Union County

Natural Hazard Profile: Union County, Arkansas

Union County, in the United States in Arkansas, is characterized by its humid subtropical climate — hot, humid summers and frequent severe thunderstorm activity. The county faces a volatile spring storm season, and its FEMA risk assessment establishes the hazard baseline shared by all the towns and cities it contains.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, Union County carries an overall risk score of 6.0/10, placing it in the high category. Ice storm risk tops the local winter hazard profile, with freezing rain events capable of coating roads, trees, and power lines with ice that causes widespread outages and dangerous travel conditions. The area also faces notable exposure to heat and wind.

Within Arkansas, Union County'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 Union County identifies ice storm as the foremost hazard, followed by heat and wind. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

Union County'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.