Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 62278
Red Bud, Illinois
Risk Summary for ZIP 62278
ZIP 62278 scores 5.5/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Extreme Heat.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Average risk — 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 62278, Illinois
Located in the interior eastern United States, ZIP 62278 serves the Red Bud community. The humid continental climate of this part of Illinois — bringing bitterly cold winters and hot, humid summers — directly shapes the hazard exposure for properties in this postal area.
ZIP 62278's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.5/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Heat wave risk stands out as the primary natural hazard here, with above-average summer temperatures amplified by urban heat island effects in developed areas. Secondary hazards include earthquake and landslide.
Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 62278's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, near the 5.8/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by heat and earthquake, as measured by FEMA across Illinois. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
With a moderate risk rating, ZIP 62278 residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for heat is recommended.
What this means for ZIP 62278: Extreme Heat preparedness
- Check on elderly neighbors and never leave children or pets in parked vehicles.
- Stay hydrated and limit outdoor activity during the hottest hours when heat advisories are issued.
- Ensure reliable air conditioning and identify nearby cooling centers for extreme heat days.
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Local Factors for ZIP 62278
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 62278 from other communities in Illinois County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
6,281
Small TownGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 38.2°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 1.4/10
Coordinates
38.2053° N, 89.9912° 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 62278
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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 — consult official emergency management resources and a licensed insurer for property-specific advice.