Natural Disaster Risk in Port Gibson
Mississippi
Risk Summary for Port Gibson
Port Gibson scores 5.4/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Hurricane.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Average risk — 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: Port Gibson, Mississippi
Located in the Deep South in Claiborne County, Port Gibson is a town of roughly 4,777 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 Port Gibson a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.
Port Gibson's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.4/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Hurricane risk defines the natural hazard environment here, requiring residents to maintain seasonal preparedness plans and insurance coverage for wind and flood damage. Secondary hazards include hail and landslide.
Relative to other U.S. communities, Port Gibson's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly below the 6.1/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by hurricane and hail, as measured by FEMA across Claiborne County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
Port Gibson'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 hurricane exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.
What this means for Port Gibson: Hurricane preparedness
- Know your evacuation zone and route before hurricane season begins each June.
- Keep at least a week of supplies on hand; power and water service can be disrupted for days after landfall.
- Wind damage is usually covered by homeowners insurance, but storm-surge flooding requires separate flood coverage.
Local Factors for Port Gibson
These city-level factors differentiate Port Gibson from other communities in Claiborne County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
4,777
Small TownGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Warm Subtropical
Latitude 32.0°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 3.8/10
Coordinates
31.9926° N, 90.9849° W
Claiborne County
Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.
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Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Scores normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. City scores inherit county-level FEMA data. For informational purposes only.