Natural Disaster Risk in Pilot Knob
Missouri
Risk Summary for Pilot Knob
Pilot Knob scores 5.9/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Extreme Heat.
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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: Pilot Knob, Missouri
Pilot Knob, in Iron County, is a small community of about 649 situated in the interior eastern United States. Its humid continental climate brings hot summers, cold winters, and collision of multiple air masses, and in particular year-round severe weather including tornadoes, ice storms, and floods. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Pilot Knob residents and property owners must navigate.
Pilot Knob's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.9/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. The threat of extreme heat dominates the local risk profile, with the area experiencing heat waves that drive heat-related illness and place significant demand on energy infrastructure. Secondary hazards include cold wave and earthquake.
Within Missouri, Pilot Knob's risk is, near the 5.9/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Iron County identifies heat as the foremost hazard, followed by cold wave and earthquake. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.
With a moderate risk rating, Pilot Knob residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for heat is recommended.
What this means for Pilot Knob: Extreme Heat preparedness
- Stay hydrated and limit outdoor activity during the hottest hours when heat advisories are issued.
- Ensure reliable air conditioning and identify nearby cooling centers for extreme heat days.
- Check on elderly neighbors and never leave children or pets in parked vehicles.
Local Factors for Pilot Knob
These city-level factors differentiate Pilot Knob from other communities in Iron County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
649
RuralGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 37.6°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Moderate — seasonal fire risk
Fire score: 5.7/10
Coordinates
37.6245° N, 90.6464° W
Iron County
Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.
Recent Climate Data for Pilot Knob
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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.