Natural Disaster Risk in Coahoma

Natural Hazard Profile: Coahoma, Mississippi

Located in the interior eastern United States in Coahoma County, Coahoma is a small community of about 759. The humid subtropical climate that characterizes this part of Mississippi — marked by very hot, humid summers and mild winters — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Coahoma a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

Coahoma's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.0/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Earthquake risk stands out in the local hazard profile, driven by proximity to fault systems with a history of significant ground movement. Secondary hazards include tornado and drought.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Coahoma's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, near the 6.1/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by earthquake and tornado, as measured by FEMA across Coahoma County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, Coahoma residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for earthquake and secondary hazards, registering for emergency alerts, and maintaining a household emergency kit are practical steps that can significantly reduce impact during a major event.