Natural Disaster Risk in Franklin County
Washington
6.1out of 10
Risk Summary for Franklin County
Above-average natural disaster risk. Several hazards pose meaningful threats. Ensure adequate home and property insurance.
Top Hazards
Volcanic Activity Extreme Heat Wildfire
All 18 Hazard Scores
Volcanic Activity 9.8
Extreme Heat 8.9
Wildfire 8.7
Avalanche 8.5
Earthquake 8.3
Ice Storm 8.2
Cold Wave 7.0
Landslide 5.8
Tsunami 5.4
Winter Weather 5.2
Lightning 5.2
Hail 5.0
Strong Wind 4.9
Coastal Flooding 4.9
Drought 3.2
Hurricane 2.4
Tornado 2.3
Riverine Flooding 1.0
How it compares
Franklin County 6.1
Washington avg. 5.8
US national avg. 4.5
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Above-average risk — check your policy limits
Standard homeowners insurance may not fully cover all hazards rated highly in this area. Verify that your policy includes adequate coverage for the top local hazards, and ask your insurer about specific endorsements or separate policies (e.g., flood, earthquake).
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Cities in Franklin County
Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Scores normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. For informational purposes only.