Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 37013

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 37013, Tennessee

ZIP 37013 in Antioch sits in the interior eastern United States. Its humid subtropical climate produces hot summers, mild winters, and transitional weather patterns, and notably tornado risk in both spring and fall. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 37013 carries an overall risk score of 7.3/10, placing it in the high category. Seismic activity is the dominant hazard, with the community situated in or near an active tectonic zone capable of producing damaging ground shaking. The area also faces notable exposure to tornado and wind.

Within Tennessee, ZIP 37013's risk is, slightly above the 5.8/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Tennessee identifies earthquake as the foremost hazard, followed by tornado and wind. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 37013 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for earthquake 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.