Natural Disaster Risk in Calcasieu County

Natural Hazard Profile: Calcasieu County, Louisiana

Calcasieu County, in the United States in Louisiana, is characterized by its humid subtropical climate — very hot summers, mild winters, and exceptionally high humidity. The county faces a lengthy hurricane and tropical storm season, and its FEMA risk assessment establishes the hazard baseline shared by all the towns and cities it contains.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, Calcasieu County carries an overall risk score of 7.8/10, placing it in the high category. Hurricane and tropical storm exposure tops the local risk profile, with the community vulnerable to storm surge, high sustained winds, and flooding rainfall during the June–November season. The area also faces notable exposure to lightning and coastal flood.

Within Louisiana, Calcasieu County's risk is, considerably above the 6.1/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Calcasieu County identifies hurricane as the foremost hazard, followed by lightning and coastal flood. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

Calcasieu County's high risk designation reflects meaningful exposure to natural hazards. Residents should verify that their insurance covers the area's primary risks, prepare a family emergency plan, and stay informed about seasonal hazard peaks through local weather and emergency management services.