Natural Disaster Risk in Campbell Hill

Natural Hazard Profile: Campbell Hill, Illinois

Located in the interior eastern United States in Jackson County, Campbell Hill is a small community of about 925. The humid continental climate that characterizes this part of Illinois — marked by bitterly cold winters and hot, humid summers — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Campbell Hill a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

FEMA rates Campbell Hill's composite natural disaster risk at 7.3 out of 10 — high risk. High-wind events from severe thunderstorms and derechos are the leading hazard, with damaging gusts capable of downing trees and causing widespread structural damage. Residents should also account for earthquake and landslide risk in their preparedness planning.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Campbell Hill's natural disaster risk is well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 5.8/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by wind and earthquake, as measured by FEMA across Jackson County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, Campbell Hill residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for wind and secondary hazards, registering for emergency alerts, and maintaining a household emergency kit are practical steps that can significantly reduce impact during a major event.