Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 67010

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 67010, Kansas

ZIP 67010 in Augusta sits in the interior eastern United States. Its semi-arid continental climate produces hot summers, cold winters, and exposure at the heart of Tornado Alley, and notably one of the most intense tornado seasons in the world, peaking in May and June. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 67010 carries an overall risk score of 7.0/10, placing it in the high category. Wildfire is the primary natural hazard, driven by dry seasonal conditions, fire-prone vegetation, and the wind patterns that can spread flames rapidly across the landscape. The area also faces notable exposure to winter and tornado.

Within Kansas, ZIP 67010's risk is, considerably above the 5.2/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Kansas identifies wildfire as the foremost hazard, followed by winter and tornado. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 67010 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for wildfire 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.