Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 71766
Thornton, Arkansas
Risk Summary for ZIP 71766
ZIP 71766 scores 3.7/10 (Low risk), below the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Ice Storm.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Below-average risk — standard coverage likely adequate
Natural disaster risk here is below the US average. Standard homeowners insurance will typically be sufficient, but it is still worth reviewing exclusions for floods and earthquakes.
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 71766, Arkansas
ZIP 71766 covers part of the Thornton area, in the interior eastern United States. The surrounding region experiences hot, humid summers and frequent severe thunderstorm activity, with a volatile spring storm season shaping the natural hazards that residents of this ZIP code face. Risk scores here are derived from FEMA data for the encompassing county.
FEMA rates ZIP 71766's composite natural disaster risk at 3.7 out of 10 — low risk. Freezing rain and ice accretion are the primary winter hazard, with glaze ice events capable of downing power lines, snapping tree limbs, and making roads impassable for days. Residents should also account for earthquake and hurricane risk in their preparedness planning.
ZIP 71766's risk score, considerably below the 6.2/10 state average and below the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA, the highest-scoring are ice storm, earthquake, and hurricane. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.
Despite its lower-than-average risk classification, ZIP 71766 is not immune to natural hazards. Basic preparedness — an emergency kit, awareness of seasonal risks, and property insurance that covers ice storm — remains prudent for all residents.
What this means for ZIP 71766: Ice Storm preparedness
- Prepare for multi-day power outages, as ice accretion frequently downs power lines.
- Keep walkways treated and avoid travel during freezing-rain events.
- Have a backup heat source and charged devices ready before winter storms arrive.
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Local Factors for ZIP 71766
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 71766 from other communities in Arkansas County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
690
RuralGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Mild Temperate
Latitude 33.7°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 1.9/10
Coordinates
33.7362° N, 92.5020° 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 71766
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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.