Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 71104

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 71104, Louisiana

Located in the interior eastern United States, ZIP 71104 serves the Shreveport 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 71104's overall natural disaster risk is rated 8.1/10 (Very High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. The area faces significant ice storm exposure, where the thermal profile of the atmosphere during winter storms frequently delivers freezing rain rather than snow. Secondary hazards include heat and drought.

Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 71104's natural disaster risk is well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, considerably above the 6.1/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by ice storm and heat, as measured by FEMA across Louisiana. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

The very high risk environment in ZIP 71104 warrants proactive steps beyond standard preparedness. Review property insurance annually to ensure it covers the area's primary hazards, including ice storm. Establish a household emergency plan and keep supplies stocked, as the region's risk profile may require rapid response.