Natural Disaster Risk in Burkeville

Natural Hazard Profile: Burkeville, Texas

Located in the Deep South in Newton County, Burkeville is a small community of about 1,291. The diverse climate that characterizes this part of Texas — marked by an exceptionally varied climate from humid subtropical in the east to desert in the west — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Burkeville a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

Burkeville's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.3/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Coastal flood risk defines the local natural hazard environment, with sea-level rise trends gradually increasing the frequency of tidal flooding events alongside storm surge threats. Secondary hazards include hurricane and wildfire.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Burkeville's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, near the 5.6/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by coastal flood and hurricane, as measured by FEMA across Newton County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a moderate risk rating, Burkeville 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 coastal flood is recommended.