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Natural Disaster Risk β€” ZIP Code 75449

Ladonia, Texas

6.5out of 10
High Risk

Risk Summary for ZIP 75449

ZIP 75449 scores 6.5/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Drought.

Top Hazards

Drought Ice Storm Extreme Heat

All 18 Hazard Scores

Drought
9.9
Ice Storm
9.2
Extreme Heat
9.1
Tornado
8.9
Hail
8.9
Wildfire
7.4
Strong Wind
7.1
Cold Wave
6.8
Hurricane
6.6
Tsunami
5.4
Earthquake
5.3
Lightning
5.3
Volcanic Activity
5.1
Coastal Flooding
4.9
Avalanche
4.5
Winter Weather
4.2
Landslide
2.7
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

ZIP 75449
6.5
Texas avg.
5.6
US national avg.
4.5

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🏠 What this means for insurance

Above-average risk β€” check your policy limits

Standard homeowners insurance may not fully cover all hazards rated highly in this area. Verify that your policy includes adequate coverage for the top local hazards, and ask your insurer about specific endorsements or separate policies (e.g., flood, earthquake).

This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 75449, Texas

ZIP 75449 in Ladonia sits in the interior eastern United States. Its diverse climate produces an exceptionally varied climate from humid subtropical in the east to desert in the west, and notably overlapping tornado, hurricane, flood, and drought seasons. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 75449 carries an overall risk score of 6.5/10, placing it in the high category. Drought is the leading natural hazard, with multi-year dry periods capable of depleting water supplies, devastating agriculture, and increasing wildfire risk across the region. The area also faces notable exposure to ice storm and heat.

Within Texas, ZIP 75449's risk is, slightly above the 5.6/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Texas identifies drought as the foremost hazard, followed by ice storm and heat. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

ZIP 75449's high risk designation reflects meaningful exposure to natural hazards. Residents should verify that their insurance covers the area's primary risks, prepare a family emergency plan, and stay informed about seasonal hazard peaks through local weather and emergency management services.

What this means for ZIP 75449: Drought preparedness

  • Follow local water-use restrictions, which may be enacted during severe drought conditions.
  • Adopt water-efficient landscaping and fixtures to reduce strain during extended dry periods.
  • Be aware that prolonged drought raises secondary risks including wildfire and foundation soil movement.

Risk for the surrounding area

Local Factors for ZIP 75449

These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 75449 from other communities in Texas County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

868

Rural

Geographic Zone

Inland

Reduced coastal hazard exposure

Climate Band

Mild Temperate

Latitude 33.4Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

Moderate β€” seasonal fire risk

Fire score: 7.4/10

Coordinates

33.4230Β° N, 95.9493Β° 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 75449

Last 12 months Β· Source: Open-Meteo archive

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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 β€” consult official emergency management resources and a licensed insurer for property-specific advice.