Natural Disaster Risk in Burleson

Natural Hazard Profile: Burleson, Texas

Located in the interior eastern United States in Johnson County, Burleson is a city of 81,549 residents. 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 Burleson a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

Burleson's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.8/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornadoes represent the primary threat to life and property here, with the local geography placing the community squarely in a high-frequency severe weather corridor. Secondary hazards include wildfire and heat.

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

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