Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 70513

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 70513, Louisiana

Located along the Gulf Coast, ZIP 70513 serves the Avery Island community. The humid subtropical climate of this part of Louisiana — bringing very hot summers, mild winters, and exceptionally high humidity — directly shapes the hazard exposure for properties in this postal area.

ZIP 70513's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.7/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Hurricane risk defines the natural hazard environment here, requiring residents to maintain seasonal preparedness plans and insurance coverage for wind and flood damage. Secondary hazards include coastal flood and lightning.

Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 70513's natural disaster risk is well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 6.1/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by hurricane and coastal flood, as measured by FEMA across Louisiana. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 70513 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for hurricane 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.