Natural Disaster Risk in Hollywood

Natural Hazard Profile: Hollywood, South Carolina

Hollywood, in Charleston County, is a town of roughly 8,024 residents situated near the Atlantic Coast of the southeastern United States. Its humid subtropical climate brings hot, humid summers and mild winters, and in particular an active hurricane season with direct storm threat to the coastline. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Hollywood residents and property owners must navigate.

Hollywood's overall natural disaster risk is rated 7.7/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. The risk of coastal inundation tops the local hazard profile, with the area exposed to storm surge, tidal flooding, and wave action during major coastal storm events. Secondary hazards include hurricane and earthquake.

Within South Carolina, Hollywood's risk is, slightly above the 6.6/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Charleston County identifies coastal flood as the foremost hazard, followed by hurricane and earthquake. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

Hollywood's high risk designation reflects meaningful exposure to natural hazards. Residents should verify that their insurance covers the area's primary risks, prepare a family emergency plan, and stay informed about seasonal hazard peaks through local weather and emergency management services.