Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 14040
Darien Center, New York
Risk Summary for ZIP 14040
ZIP 14040 scores 5.5/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Lightning.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Average risk — standard coverage usually sufficient
This area carries average natural disaster risk. A standard homeowners or renters policy should cover common events, but review the exclusions for floods and earthquakes, which are almost never included by default.
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 14040, New York
ZIP 14040 covers part of the Darien Center area, in the Great Lakes region. The surrounding region experiences cold winters, warm summers, and significant regional climate variation, with nor'easters and lake-effect snowstorms shaping the natural hazards that residents of this ZIP code face. Risk scores here are derived from FEMA data for the encompassing county.
FEMA rates ZIP 14040's composite natural disaster risk at 5.5 out of 10 — moderate risk. High lightning activity is the primary natural hazard concern, driven by frequent severe thunderstorm development that produces dense ground strike patterns across the area. Residents should also account for ice storm and drought risk in their preparedness planning.
ZIP 14040's risk score, slightly below the 6.1/10 state average and above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA, the highest-scoring are lightning, ice storm, and drought. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.
With a moderate risk rating, ZIP 14040 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 lightning is recommended.
What this means for ZIP 14040: Lightning preparedness
- Install whole-home surge protection to shield electronics from strike-related power surges.
- Follow the "when thunder roars, go indoors" rule and wait 30 minutes after the last thunder.
- Avoid plumbing and corded electronics during active thunderstorms.
Risk for the surrounding area
Local Factors for ZIP 14040
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 14040 from other communities in New York County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
1,974
Small TownGeographic Zone
Great Lakes
Lake-effect snow & wind risk
Climate Band
Cool Continental
Latitude 42.9°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 2.9/10
Coordinates
42.8881° N, 78.3785° W
Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.
Recent Climate Data for ZIP 14040
Last 12 months · Source: Open-Meteo archive
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Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). County-level data applied to ZIP codes within each county. Scores are normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. This information is for general awareness only — consult official emergency management resources and a licensed insurer for property-specific advice.