Natural Disaster Risk in Moore Haven

Natural Hazard Profile: Moore Haven, Florida

Located near the Atlantic Coast of the southeastern United States in Glades County, Moore Haven is a town of roughly 7,086 residents. The tropical climate that characterizes this part of Florida — marked by warm temperatures year-round and high humidity — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Moore Haven a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

Moore Haven's overall natural disaster risk is rated 4.8/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Hurricane risk defines the natural hazard environment here, requiring residents to maintain seasonal preparedness plans and insurance coverage for wind and flood damage. Secondary hazards include wildfire and lightning.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Moore Haven's natural disaster risk is near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly below the 5.7/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by hurricane and wildfire, as measured by FEMA across Glades County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a moderate risk rating, Moore Haven 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.