Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 77993

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 77993, Texas

ZIP 77993 in Weesatche sits along the Gulf Coast. 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 77993 carries an overall risk score of 4.1/10, placing it in the moderate category. Hurricane and tropical storm exposure tops the local risk profile, with the community vulnerable to storm surge, high sustained winds, and flooding rainfall during the June–November season. The area also faces notable exposure to drought and wildfire.

Within Texas, ZIP 77993's risk is, slightly below the 5.6/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Texas identifies hurricane as the foremost hazard, followed by drought and wildfire. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, ZIP 77993 residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for hurricane is recommended.