Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 76678
Prairie Hill, Texas
Risk Summary for ZIP 76678
ZIP 76678 scores 6.1/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Cold Wave.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Above-average risk — 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 76678, Texas
Located in the Deep South, ZIP 76678 serves the Prairie Hill community. The diverse climate of this part of Texas — bringing an exceptionally varied climate from humid subtropical in the east to desert in the west — directly shapes the hazard exposure for properties in this postal area.
ZIP 76678's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.1/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Extreme cold snaps top the local risk profile, with Arctic front passages causing rapid and severe temperature drops that challenge both infrastructure and outdoor safety. Secondary hazards include drought and hurricane.
Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 76678's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 5.6/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by cold wave and drought, as measured by FEMA across Texas. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 76678 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for cold wave and secondary hazards, registering for emergency alerts, and maintaining a household emergency kit are practical steps that can significantly reduce impact during a major event.
What this means for ZIP 76678: Cold Wave preparedness
- Keep emergency heat and supplies ready in case of cold-related power outages.
- Dress in layers and limit exposure during extreme cold to prevent frostbite and hypothermia.
- Protect pipes, pets, and plants, and ensure heating systems are serviced before winter.
Risk for the surrounding area
Local Factors for ZIP 76678
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 76678 from other communities in Texas County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
102
RuralGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Warm Subtropical
Latitude 31.7°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Moderate — seasonal fire risk
Fire score: 7.6/10
Coordinates
31.6501° N, 96.7509° 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 76678
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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.