Natural Disaster Risk β ZIP Code 75779
Neches, Texas
Risk Summary for ZIP 75779
ZIP 75779 scores 6.9/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Tornado.
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π 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 75779, Texas
ZIP 75779 in Neches sits in the Deep South. 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 75779 carries an overall risk score of 6.9/10, placing it in the high category. Tornado activity is the top natural hazard risk, with the region lying in a corridor where warm, moist air frequently clashes with dry, cool air masses to spawn severe supercell thunderstorms. The area also faces notable exposure to wind and cold wave.
Within Texas, ZIP 75779's risk is, slightly above the 5.6/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Texas identifies tornado as the foremost hazard, followed by wind and cold wave. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.
ZIP 75779'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 75779: Tornado preparedness
- Review whether your insurance covers wind and debris damage, and document belongings in advance.
- Identify the safest interior room on the lowest floor β away from windows β as your shelter.
- Enable Wireless Emergency Alerts on your phone and have a NOAA weather radio as a backup.
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Local Factors for ZIP 75779
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 75779 from other communities in Texas County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
62
RuralGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Warm Subtropical
Latitude 31.9Β°
Flood Terrain
Minimal β county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Moderate β seasonal fire risk
Fire score: 8.1/10
Coordinates
31.8643Β° N, 95.4849Β° 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 75779
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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 1β10 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.