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Natural Disaster Risk β€” ZIP Code 75960

Moscow, Texas

6.4out of 10
High Risk

Risk Summary for ZIP 75960

ZIP 75960 scores 6.4/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Lightning.

Top Hazards

Lightning Hurricane Strong Wind

All 18 Hazard Scores

Lightning
9.4
Hurricane
9.3
Strong Wind
9.0
Tornado
8.9
Cold Wave
8.8
Extreme Heat
8.0
Ice Storm
8.0
Wildfire
7.9
Landslide
5.6
Tsunami
5.4
Volcanic Activity
5.1
Winter Weather
5.0
Coastal Flooding
4.9
Avalanche
4.5
Earthquake
4.4
Hail
3.0
Drought
1.7
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

ZIP 75960
6.4
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 75960, Texas

ZIP 75960 covers part of the Moscow area, in the Deep South. The surrounding region experiences an exceptionally varied climate from humid subtropical in the east to desert in the west, with overlapping tornado, hurricane, flood, and drought seasons 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 75960's composite natural disaster risk at 6.4 out of 10 β€” high risk. High lightning activity is the primary natural hazard concern, driven by frequent severe thunderstorm development that produces dense ground strike patterns across the area. Residents should also account for hurricane and wind risk in their preparedness planning.

ZIP 75960's risk score, slightly above the 5.6/10 state average and above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA, the highest-scoring are lightning, hurricane, and wind. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

ZIP 75960'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 75960: Lightning preparedness

  • Install whole-home surge protection to shield electronics from strike-related power surges.
  • Follow the "when thunder roars, go indoors" rule and wait 30 minutes after the last thunder.
  • Avoid plumbing and corded electronics during active thunderstorms.

Risk for the surrounding area

Local Factors for ZIP 75960

These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 75960 from other communities in Texas County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

1,304

Small Town

Geographic Zone

Gulf Coast

Hurricane, surge & flood risk

Climate Band

Warm Subtropical

Latitude 30.9Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

Moderate β€” seasonal fire risk

Fire score: 7.9/10

Coordinates

30.9037Β° N, 94.8618Β° 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 75960

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.