Natural Disaster Risk in Kiln

Natural Hazard Profile: Kiln, Mississippi

Located in the Deep South in Hancock County, Kiln is a town of roughly 6,041 residents. 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 Kiln a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

Kiln's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.4/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Coastal flood risk defines the local natural hazard environment, with sea-level rise trends gradually increasing the frequency of tidal flooding events alongside storm surge threats. Secondary hazards include hurricane and lightning.

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

With a high natural disaster risk rating, Kiln residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for coastal flood 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.