Natural Disaster Risk in Glades County

Natural Hazard Profile: Glades County, Florida

Glades County is located in the United States in Florida, home to roughly 12,052 residents. The county experiences warm temperatures year-round and high humidity, with a June–November hurricane season that defines the risk landscape shaping the natural hazards faced by its communities. FEMA assesses risk at this county level, providing the baseline for every city and ZIP code within its boundaries.

FEMA rates Glades County's composite natural disaster risk at 4.8 out of 10 — moderate risk. Tropical cyclones are the dominant hazard, with the area facing threats from both direct landfalling hurricanes and the outer rain bands and storm surge of systems making landfall nearby. Residents should also account for wildfire and lightning risk in their preparedness planning.

Glades County's risk score, slightly below the 5.7/10 state average and near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA for Glades County, the highest-scoring are hurricane, wildfire, and lightning. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

With a moderate risk rating, Glades County 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 hurricane is recommended.