Natural Disaster Risk in George West

Natural Hazard Profile: George West, Texas

Located along the Gulf Coast in Live Oak County, George West is a town of roughly 4,682 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 George West a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

FEMA rates George West's composite natural disaster risk at 4.7 out of 10 — moderate 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 cold wave and drought risk in their preparedness planning.

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

With a moderate risk rating, George West 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 hurricane is recommended.