Natural Disaster Risk in Williamsburg
Missouri
Risk Summary for Williamsburg
Williamsburg scores 6.8/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Extreme Heat.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Above-average risk — check your policy limits
Standard homeowners insurance may not fully cover all hazards rated highly in this area. Verify that your policy includes adequate coverage for the top local hazards, and ask your insurer about specific endorsements or separate policies (e.g., flood, earthquake).
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: Williamsburg, Missouri
Williamsburg is a small community of about 685 in Callaway County, in the interior eastern United States. The area experiences hot summers, cold winters, and collision of multiple air masses, with year-round severe weather including tornadoes, ice storms, and floods shaping the pattern of natural hazards that residents encounter. Understanding the local risk profile is essential for anyone living in, moving to, or owning property in Williamsburg.
FEMA rates Williamsburg's composite natural disaster risk at 6.8 out of 10 — high risk. 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. Residents should also account for landslide and earthquake risk in their preparedness planning.
Williamsburg's risk score, slightly above the 5.9/10 state average and well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA for Callaway County, the highest-scoring are heat, landslide, and earthquake. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.
With a high natural disaster risk rating, Williamsburg residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for heat 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.
What this means for Williamsburg: Extreme Heat preparedness
- 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.
- Stay hydrated and limit outdoor activity during the hottest hours when heat advisories are issued.
Local Factors for Williamsburg
These city-level factors differentiate Williamsburg from other communities in Callaway County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
685
RuralGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 38.9°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Moderate — seasonal fire risk
Fire score: 7.0/10
Coordinates
38.8882° N, 91.7499° W
Callaway 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 Williamsburg
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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.