Natural Disaster Risk in Jamestown

Natural Hazard Profile: Jamestown, Kentucky

Located in the interior eastern United States in Russell County, Jamestown is a town of roughly 5,152 residents. 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 Jamestown a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

FEMA rates Jamestown's composite natural disaster risk at 5.7 out of 10 — moderate 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 cold wave and tornado risk in their preparedness planning.

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

With a moderate risk rating, Jamestown 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 winter is recommended.