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Natural Disaster Risk β€” ZIP Code 30572

Suches, Georgia

6.0out of 10
High Risk

Risk Summary for ZIP 30572

ZIP 30572 scores 6.0/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Landslide.

Top Hazards

Landslide Cold Wave Wildfire

All 18 Hazard Scores

Landslide
9.5
Cold Wave
8.3
Wildfire
7.5
Lightning
7.3
Hurricane
7.1
Earthquake
6.9
Tornado
6.8
Ice Storm
6.8
Drought
6.2
Hail
5.7
Strong Wind
5.5
Tsunami
5.4
Volcanic Activity
5.1
Coastal Flooding
4.9
Avalanche
4.5
Winter Weather
2.7
Extreme Heat
1.9
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

ZIP 30572
6.0
Georgia avg.
5.2
US national avg.
4.5

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🏠 What this means for insurance

Above-average risk β€” 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 30572, Georgia

ZIP 30572 in Suches sits in the interior eastern United States. Its humid subtropical climate produces hot, humid summers and relatively mild winters, and notably an active tornado and severe thunderstorm season in spring. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 30572 carries an overall risk score of 6.0/10, placing it in the high category. Landslide and debris flow risk tops the local hazard profile, with steep terrain and periodic heavy rainfall creating conditions for rapid slope failure in vulnerable areas. The area also faces notable exposure to cold wave and wildfire.

Within Georgia, ZIP 30572's risk is, slightly above the 5.2/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Georgia identifies landslide as the foremost hazard, followed by cold wave and wildfire. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

ZIP 30572's high risk designation reflects meaningful exposure to natural hazards. Residents should verify that their insurance covers the area's primary risks, prepare a family emergency plan, and stay informed about seasonal hazard peaks through local weather and emergency management services.

What this means for ZIP 30572: Landslide preparedness

  • Have an evacuation plan ready during periods of intense or prolonged rainfall.
  • Watch for warning signs such as new cracks, tilting trees, or changes in water drainage on slopes.
  • Standard insurance generally excludes landslide and earth-movement damage β€” ask about specialized coverage.

Risk for the surrounding area

Local Factors for ZIP 30572

These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 30572 from other communities in Georgia County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

912

Rural

Geographic Zone

Inland

Reduced coastal hazard exposure

Climate Band

Mild Temperate

Latitude 34.7Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

Moderate β€” seasonal fire risk

Fire score: 7.5/10

Coordinates

34.7354Β° N, 84.0736Β° 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 30572

Last 12 months Β· 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 β€” consult official emergency management resources and a licensed insurer for property-specific advice.