Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 21779
Rohrersville, Maryland
Risk Summary for ZIP 21779
ZIP 21779 scores 6.8/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Hurricane.
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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.
Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 21779, Maryland
ZIP 21779 in Rohrersville sits along the mid-Atlantic coast. Its humid subtropical climate produces warm summers, mild winters, and coastal storm exposure, and notably tropical storm and nor'easter impacts. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.
According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 21779 carries an overall risk score of 6.8/10, placing it in the high category. Hurricane and tropical storm exposure tops the local risk profile, with the community vulnerable to storm surge, high sustained winds, and flooding rainfall during the June–November season. The area also faces notable exposure to drought and avalanche.
Within Maryland, ZIP 21779's risk is, near the 6.5/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Maryland identifies hurricane as the foremost hazard, followed by drought and avalanche. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.
With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 21779 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for hurricane 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.
What this means for ZIP 21779: Hurricane preparedness
- Keep at least a week of supplies on hand; power and water service can be disrupted for days after landfall.
- Wind damage is usually covered by homeowners insurance, but storm-surge flooding requires separate flood coverage.
- Know your evacuation zone and route before hurricane season begins each June.
Risk for the surrounding area
Local Factors for ZIP 21779
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 21779 from other communities in Maryland County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
1,311
Small TownGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 39.4°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 4.6/10
Coordinates
39.4245° N, 77.6540° 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 21779
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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.