Natural Disaster Risk in Woodworth

Natural Hazard Profile: Woodworth, Louisiana

Woodworth, in Rapides County, is a town of roughly 2,890 residents situated in the Deep South. Its humid subtropical climate brings very hot summers, mild winters, and exceptionally high humidity, and in particular a lengthy hurricane and tropical storm season. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Woodworth residents and property owners must navigate.

Woodworth's overall natural disaster risk is rated 7.5/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. High lightning activity is the primary natural hazard concern, driven by frequent severe thunderstorm development that produces dense ground strike patterns across the area. Secondary hazards include cold wave and hurricane.

Within Louisiana, Woodworth's risk is, slightly 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 Rapides County identifies lightning as the foremost hazard, followed by cold wave and hurricane. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

Woodworth'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.