Natural Disaster Risk in Quantico

Natural Hazard Profile: Quantico, Virginia

Located along the mid-Atlantic coast in Stafford County, Quantico is a town of roughly 8,310 residents. The humid subtropical climate that characterizes this part of Virginia — marked by hot, humid summers and four distinct seasons — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Quantico a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

Quantico's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.3/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Coastal flood risk defines the local natural hazard environment, with sea-level rise trends gradually increasing the frequency of tidal flooding events alongside storm surge threats. Secondary hazards include wind and hurricane.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Quantico's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 5.1/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by coastal flood and wind, as measured by FEMA across Stafford County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, Quantico residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for coastal flood 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.