Natural Disaster Risk in Dugger

Natural Hazard Profile: Dugger, Indiana

Dugger is a small community of about 1,333 in Sullivan County, in the interior eastern United States. The area experiences cold winters and warm, humid summers with variable severe weather, with spring tornado risk across the state shaping the pattern of natural hazards that residents encounter. Understanding the local risk profile is essential for anyone living in, moving to, or owning property in Dugger.

FEMA rates Dugger's composite natural disaster risk at 5.1 out of 10 — moderate risk. The area's position within a seismically active region makes earthquake preparedness a top priority for residents and property owners alike. Residents should also account for drought and landslide risk in their preparedness planning.

Dugger's risk score, slightly below the 5.5/10 state average and above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA for Sullivan County, the highest-scoring are earthquake, drought, and landslide. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

With a moderate risk rating, Dugger 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 earthquake is recommended.