Natural Disaster Risk in Ferguson

Natural Hazard Profile: Ferguson, Kentucky

Located in the interior eastern United States in Pulaski County, Ferguson is a small community of about 897. The humid subtropical climate that characterizes this part of Kentucky — marked by hot, humid summers and cold winters with ice storm risk — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Ferguson a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

FEMA rates Ferguson's composite natural disaster risk at 7.3 out of 10 — high risk. Winter weather is the dominant natural hazard, with the area facing heavy snowfall, ice accumulation, and bitter cold that can immobilize infrastructure and create dangerous travel conditions. Residents should also account for hail and cold wave risk in their preparedness planning.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Ferguson's natural disaster risk is well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, considerably above the 5.5/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by winter and hail, as measured by FEMA across Pulaski County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, Ferguson residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for winter 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.