Natural Disaster Risk in Waelder

Natural Hazard Profile: Waelder, Texas

Located along the Gulf Coast in Gonzales County, Waelder is a small community of about 1,157. 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 Waelder a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

Waelder's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.4/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Hail is the primary natural disaster concern, with severe storms delivering baseball-sized or larger hailstones that cause significant insured losses each year. Secondary hazards include hurricane and drought.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Waelder'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 hail and hurricane, as measured by FEMA across Gonzales County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

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