Natural Disaster Risk in Mingus

Natural Hazard Profile: Mingus, Texas

Located in the interior eastern United States in Erath County, Mingus is a small community of about 577. 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 Mingus a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

Mingus's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.2/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Fire risk is the leading concern in the area, where seasonal drought and combustible vegetation combine to create a high-risk wildfire environment. Secondary hazards include cold wave and tornado.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Mingus's natural disaster risk is 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 wildfire and cold wave, as measured by FEMA across Erath County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

Mingus'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.