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Natural Disaster Risk in Sasser

Georgia

4.7out of 10
Moderate Risk

Risk Summary for Sasser

Sasser scores 4.7/10 (Moderate risk), near the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Drought.

Top Hazards

Drought Hurricane Hail

All 18 Hazard Scores

Drought
8.6
Hurricane
8.2
Hail
5.7
Tornado
5.6
Tsunami
5.4
Volcanic Activity
5.1
Wildfire
4.9
Lightning
4.9
Coastal Flooding
4.9
Earthquake
4.8
Cold Wave
4.8
Avalanche
4.5
Extreme Heat
3.8
Strong Wind
2.5
Ice Storm
2.4
Winter Weather
1.8
Landslide
1.6
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

Sasser
4.7
Georgia avg.
5.2
US national avg.
4.5

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🏠 What this means for insurance

Average risk β€” standard coverage usually sufficient

This area carries average natural disaster risk. A standard homeowners or renters policy should cover common events, but review the exclusions for floods and earthquakes, which are almost never included by default.

This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.

Natural Hazard Profile: Sasser, Georgia

Located in the Deep South in Terrell County, Sasser is a small unincorporated community. The humid subtropical climate that characterizes this part of Georgia β€” marked by hot, humid summers and relatively mild winters β€” directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Sasser a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

FEMA rates Sasser's composite natural disaster risk at 4.7 out of 10 β€” moderate risk. Drought is the leading natural hazard, with multi-year dry periods capable of depleting water supplies, devastating agriculture, and increasing wildfire risk across the region. Residents should also account for hurricane and hail risk in their preparedness planning.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Sasser's natural disaster risk is near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly below the 5.2/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by drought and hurricane, as measured by FEMA across Terrell County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

Sasser's moderate risk profile means that while catastrophic events are less frequent, they do occur. Standard homeowners insurance typically covers many common hazards here, but confirming that drought exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.

What this means for Sasser: Drought preparedness

  • Be aware that prolonged drought raises secondary risks including wildfire and foundation soil movement.
  • Follow local water-use restrictions, which may be enacted during severe drought conditions.
  • Adopt water-efficient landscaping and fixtures to reduce strain during extended dry periods.

Local Factors for Sasser

These city-level factors differentiate Sasser from other communities in Terrell County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

25

Rural

Geographic Zone

Inland

Reduced coastal hazard exposure

Climate Band

Warm Subtropical

Latitude 31.7Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

Lower β€” moist climate limits wildfire frequency

Fire score: 4.9/10

Coordinates

31.7219Β° N, 84.3430Β° W

Terrell County

Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.

Recent Climate Data for Sasser

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ZIP Codes in Sasser

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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.