Natural Disaster Risk in Marston

Natural Hazard Profile: Marston, North Carolina

Located near the Atlantic Coast of the southeastern United States in Scotland County, Marston is a small community of about 962. The humid subtropical climate that characterizes this part of North Carolina — marked by hot, humid summers and four distinct seasons — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Marston a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

FEMA rates Marston's composite natural disaster risk at 6.5 out of 10 — high risk. Hurricane and tropical storm exposure tops the local risk profile, with the community vulnerable to storm surge, high sustained winds, and flooding rainfall during the June–November season. Residents should also account for earthquake and wildfire risk in their preparedness planning.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Marston's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, near the 6.2/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by hurricane and earthquake, as measured by FEMA across Scotland County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, Marston residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for hurricane 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.