Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 79777
Pyote, Texas
Risk Summary for ZIP 79777
ZIP 79777 scores 4.9/10 (Moderate risk), near the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Wildfire.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Average risk — standard coverage usually sufficient
This area carries average natural disaster risk. A standard homeowners or renters policy should cover common events, but review the exclusions for floods and earthquakes, which are almost never included by default.
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 79777, Texas
Located in the Deep South, ZIP 79777 serves the Pyote 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 79777's overall natural disaster risk is rated 4.9/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Fire risk is the leading concern in the area, where seasonal drought and combustible vegetation combine to create a high-risk wildfire environment. Secondary hazards include hail and wind.
Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 79777's natural disaster risk is near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly below the 5.6/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by wildfire and hail, as measured by FEMA across Texas. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
With a moderate risk rating, ZIP 79777 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 wildfire is recommended.
What this means for ZIP 79777: Wildfire preparedness
- Use fire-resistant roofing and screen vents to block ember intrusion, the leading cause of home ignition.
- Prepare a go-bag and evacuation plan; wildfires can move faster than expected when winds pick up.
- Create defensible space by clearing flammable vegetation within 30–100 feet of structures.
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Local Factors for ZIP 79777
These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 79777 from other communities in Texas County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
116
RuralGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Warm Subtropical
Latitude 31.5°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Moderate — seasonal fire risk
Fire score: 7.8/10
Coordinates
31.4777° N, 103.1634° 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 79777
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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.