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Natural Disaster Risk in Woodford County

Kentucky

5.2out of 10
Moderate Risk

Risk Summary for Woodford County

Woodford County scores 5.2/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Strong Wind.

Top Hazards

Strong Wind Tornado Ice Storm

All 18 Hazard Scores

Strong Wind
8.3
Tornado
7.7
Ice Storm
6.4
Earthquake
6.3
Winter Weather
6.3
Lightning
6.0
Hail
5.9
Hurricane
5.6
Tsunami
5.4
Cold Wave
5.2
Volcanic Activity
5.1
Coastal Flooding
4.9
Avalanche
4.5
Extreme Heat
3.8
Drought
3.1
Landslide
2.6
Wildfire
1.9
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

Woodford County
5.2
Kentucky avg.
5.5
US national avg.
4.5

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🏠 What this means for insurance

Average risk β€” standard coverage usually sufficient

This area carries average natural disaster risk. A standard homeowners or renters policy should cover common events, but review the exclusions for floods and earthquakes, which are almost never included by default.

This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.

Natural Hazard Profile: Woodford County, Kentucky

Situated in the United States, Woodford County in Kentucky experiences a humid subtropical climate marked by hot, humid summers and cold winters with ice storm risk. Recurring winter ice storm events is a defining feature of the regional hazard profile that affects residents and property owners countywide.

Woodford County's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.2/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Wind damage from severe weather systems tops the local risk profile, with open terrain and frequent storm activity amplifying exposure to destructive gusts. Secondary hazards include tornado and ice storm.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Woodford County'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 wind and tornado, as measured by FEMA across Woodford County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

Woodford County's moderate risk profile means that while catastrophic events are less frequent, they do occur. Standard homeowners insurance typically covers many common hazards here, but confirming that wind exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.

What this means for Woodford County: Strong Wind preparedness

  • Secure or store outdoor furniture and loose objects that can become projectiles.
  • Confirm your policy covers wind damage and keep an inventory of property for claims.
  • Inspect and reinforce roofing, siding, and garage doors, which are common failure points in high winds.

Cities in Woodford County

ZIP codes in Woodford County

Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Scores normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. For informational purposes only.