Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 35147

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 35147, Alabama

ZIP 35147 in Sterrett sits in the interior eastern United States. Its humid subtropical climate produces hot, humid summers and mild winters typical of the Deep South, and notably an active spring tornado season. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 35147 carries an overall risk score of 7.1/10, placing it in the high category. Tornado activity is the top natural hazard risk, with the region lying in a corridor where warm, moist air frequently clashes with dry, cool air masses to spawn severe supercell thunderstorms. The area also faces notable exposure to landslide and lightning.

Within Alabama, ZIP 35147's risk is, slightly above the 6.0/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Alabama identifies tornado as the foremost hazard, followed by landslide and lightning. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 35147 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for tornado 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.