Natural Disaster Risk in Madisonville

Natural Hazard Profile: Madisonville, Texas

Madisonville, in Madison County, is a town of roughly 7,640 residents situated in the South Central United States. Its diverse climate brings an exceptionally varied climate from humid subtropical in the east to desert in the west, and in particular overlapping tornado, hurricane, flood, and drought seasons. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Madisonville residents and property owners must navigate.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, Madisonville carries an overall risk score of 5.2/10, placing it in the moderate category. 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. The area also faces notable exposure to drought and cold wave.

Within Texas, Madisonville's risk is, near the 5.6/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Madison County identifies hurricane as the foremost hazard, followed by drought and cold wave. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, Madisonville 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.