Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 36525

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 36525, Alabama

ZIP 36525 covers part of the Creola area, in the Deep South. The surrounding region experiences hot, humid summers and mild winters typical of the Deep South, with an active spring tornado season 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 36525's composite natural disaster risk at 8.3 out of 10 — very high risk. Tropical cyclones are the dominant hazard, with the area facing threats from both direct landfalling hurricanes and the outer rain bands and storm surge of systems making landfall nearby. Residents should also account for coastal flood and lightning risk in their preparedness planning.

ZIP 36525's risk score, considerably above the 6.0/10 state average and well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA, the highest-scoring are hurricane, coastal flood, and lightning. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

The very high risk environment in ZIP 36525 warrants proactive steps beyond standard preparedness. Review property insurance annually to ensure it covers the area's primary hazards, including hurricane. Establish a household emergency plan and keep supplies stocked, as the region's risk profile may require rapid response.