Arkansas Natural Disaster & Home Risk Profile (AR) | HomeRiskMap

Arkansas is located in the Southeast region of the United States. The most significant natural hazards for homeowners in Arkansas are tornadoes, flooding, extreme heat. Each hazard below is rated from 1 (very low) to 5 (very high) based on public hazard data, with practical guidance on what the rating means for your home.

Emergency preparedness in Arkansas is coordinated by the Arkansas Division of Emergency Management, which publishes alerts, evacuation information and preparedness guides for residents.

Risk levels in Arkansas

Tornadoes Arkansas has a level 5 tornado risk, the highest rating from FEMA. Tornadoes occur year-round but peak in spring and fall, with many… Very High Flooding Arkansas faces a high risk of flooding, rated 4 out of 5, due to its varied geography, abundant rainfall, and major river systems. Flash… High Extreme Heat Arkansas experiences extreme heat and humidity each summer, with heat indexes frequently exceeding 100°F and occasional heat waves that… High Severe Storms Arkansas faces a high risk of severe storms, including tornadoes, large hail, damaging winds, and flash flooding. These storms occur most… High Earthquakes Arkansas faces a moderate earthquake risk, driven primarily by its location within the New Madrid Seismic Zone in the eastern part of the… Moderate Drought Drought is a recurring hazard in Arkansas, rated level 3 of 5, meaning significant risk of periods with below-normal precipitation. These… Moderate Hurricanes Arkansas has a low but real hurricane risk, primarily through the remnants of Gulf Coast storms that bring heavy rainfall and flooding. The… Low Wildfires Wildfire risk in Arkansas is considered low to moderate, with a state rating of 2 out of 5. Most wildfires occur in rural, forested areas,… Low Winter Storms Winter storms are a moderate but real risk in Arkansas, with the highest threat in the northern and western parts of the state. Ice storms… Low Landslides Arkansas has a moderate level of landslide risk, particularly in its hilly and mountainous regions like the Ozarks and Ouachita Mountains.… Low