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Natural Disaster Risk β€” ZIP Code 41124

Blaine, Kentucky

5.1out of 10
Moderate Risk

Risk Summary for ZIP 41124

ZIP 41124 scores 5.1/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Landslide.

Top Hazards

Landslide Avalanche Extreme Heat

All 18 Hazard Scores

Landslide
9.1
Avalanche
8.3
Extreme Heat
8.1
Wildfire
7.1
Hurricane
5.6
Tsunami
5.4
Volcanic Activity
5.1
Coastal Flooding
4.9
Ice Storm
4.8
Winter Weather
4.4
Earthquake
4.1
Strong Wind
3.9
Lightning
3.8
Hail
3.7
Tornado
3.0
Drought
2.6
Cold Wave
2.4
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

ZIP 41124
5.1
Kentucky avg.
5.5
US national avg.
4.5

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🏠 What this means for insurance

Average risk β€” standard coverage usually sufficient

This area carries average natural disaster risk. A standard homeowners or renters policy should cover common events, but review the exclusions for floods and earthquakes, which are almost never included by default.

This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 41124, Kentucky

ZIP 41124 covers part of the Blaine area, in the interior eastern United States. The surrounding region experiences hot, humid summers and cold winters with ice storm risk, with recurring winter ice storm events 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 41124's composite natural disaster risk at 5.1 out of 10 β€” moderate risk. The area faces significant landslide risk, where mountainous topography and saturated soils during wet periods combine to create hazardous mass movement conditions. Residents should also account for avalanche and heat risk in their preparedness planning.

ZIP 41124's risk score, slightly below the 5.5/10 state average and above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA, the highest-scoring are landslide, avalanche, and heat. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

ZIP 41124's moderate risk profile means that while catastrophic events are less frequent, they do occur. Standard homeowners insurance typically covers many common hazards here, but confirming that landslide exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.

What this means for ZIP 41124: Landslide preparedness

  • 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.
  • Have an evacuation plan ready during periods of intense or prolonged rainfall.

Risk for the surrounding area

Local Factors for ZIP 41124

These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 41124 from other communities in Kentucky County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

1,131

Small Town

Geographic Zone

Inland

Reduced coastal hazard exposure

Climate Band

Moderate Continental

Latitude 38.0Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

Moderate β€” seasonal fire risk

Fire score: 7.1/10

Coordinates

38.0215Β° N, 82.8512Β° 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 41124

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.