Natural Disaster Risk in Marrowbone

Natural Hazard Profile: Marrowbone, Kentucky

Marrowbone, in Cumberland County, is a small unincorporated community situated in the interior eastern United States. Its humid subtropical climate brings hot, humid summers and cold winters with ice storm risk, and in particular recurring winter ice storm events. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Marrowbone residents and property owners must navigate.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, Marrowbone carries an overall risk score of 4.5/10, placing it in the moderate category. Landslide and debris flow risk tops the local hazard profile, with steep terrain and periodic heavy rainfall creating conditions for rapid slope failure in vulnerable areas. The area also faces notable exposure to hurricane and tsunami.

Within Kentucky, Marrowbone's risk is, slightly below the 5.5/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Cumberland County identifies landslide as the foremost hazard, followed by hurricane and tsunami. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, Marrowbone 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 landslide is recommended.