Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 67144

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 67144, Kansas

Located in the interior eastern United States, ZIP 67144 serves the Towanda community. The semi-arid continental climate of this part of Kansas — bringing hot summers, cold winters, and exposure at the heart of Tornado Alley — directly shapes the hazard exposure for properties in this postal area.

ZIP 67144's overall natural disaster risk is rated 7.0/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Fire risk is the leading concern in the area, where seasonal drought and combustible vegetation combine to create a high-risk wildfire environment. Secondary hazards include winter and tornado.

Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 67144's natural disaster risk is well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, considerably above the 5.2/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by wildfire and winter, as measured by FEMA across Kansas. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 67144 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.