King George County, Virginia Natural Disaster Risk
FEMA National Risk Index assessment · VA
Very LowComposite Risk Score
National percentile: 13th
King George County faces very low composite natural disaster risk (NRI Risk Index score 12.8, 13th national percentile), driven primarily by hurricane and landslide exposure. Expected annual loss across all 18 hazard types is $8M.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 · Updated December 2025
Risk Overview
King George County carries a very low composite natural disaster risk, with a National Risk Index score of 12.8 out of 100 — placing it in the 13th national percentile and among the lowest-risk counties in the country. The score blends Expected Annual Loss, Social Vulnerability, and Community Resilience across all 18 FEMA hazard types.
The county's risk is driven primarily by hurricane (tropical cyclones bringing extreme wind, rain, and storm surge) at Low risk — $3M in expected annual loss and about 0.11 events per year; landslide (downhill movement of rock, soil, and debris on unstable slopes) at Low risk — $11K in expected annual loss and about 0.18 events per year; and drought (extended dry periods that stress water supplies and agriculture) at Low risk — $479K in expected annual loss and about 2.81 events per year. Across all hazards, FEMA estimates $8M in expected annual loss for a population of 27K.
Beyond physical exposure, King George County has a very low social vulnerability rating (how susceptible the population is to harm) and a high community resilience rating (its capacity to prepare for and recover from disasters). A less vulnerable population paired with strong resilience helps the community absorb and recover from events.
History supports the rating: King George County has received 27 federal disaster declarations since 1972, including 8 for hurricane events and 6 for snowstorm events. The most recent was Severe Winter Storm (winter storm), declared in January 2026.
Among 133 Virginia counties, King George County ranks #99 for overall natural disaster risk.
Top Hazards
All 18 Hazard Risks
| Hurricane | Low | 0.11 / yr | $3M |
| Landslide | Low | 0.18 / yr | $11K |
| Drought | Low | 2.81 / yr | $479K |
| Coastal Flood | Low | 3.69 / yr | $59K |
| Earthquake | Very Low | 0.00 / yr | $226K |
| Heat Wave | Very Low | 5.89 / yr | $296K |
| Lightning | Low | 39.86 / yr | $138K |
| Strong Wind | Low | 4.52 / yr | $353K |
| Winter Weather | Very Low | 6.74 / yr | $33K |
| Ice Storm | Very Low | 0.61 / yr | $29K |
| Riverine Flood | Very Low | 0.61 / yr | $3M |
| Hail | Very Low | 3.13 / yr | $93K |
| Wildfire | Very Low | 0.00 / yr | $6K |
| Tornado | Very Low | 0.12 / yr | $143K |
| Cold Wave | Very Low | 1.00 / yr | $94K |
| Avalanche | Very Low | 0.00 / yr | $0 |
| Tsunami | Very Low | 0.00 / yr | $0 |
| Volcanic Activity | Very Low | 0.00 / yr | $0 |
Disaster History
King George County has received 27 federal disaster declarations since 1972, most recently Severe Winter Storm in January 2026. Most frequent causes: Hurricane (8), Snowstorm (6), Severe Storm (5).
| Declared | Type | Disaster |
|---|---|---|
| January 2026 | Winter Storm | Severe Winter Storm |
| March 2022 | Severe Storm | Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm |
| April 2020 | Biological | Covid-19 Pandemic |
| March 2020 | Biological | Covid-19 |
| September 2018 | Hurricane | Hurricane Florence |
| March 2016 | Snowstorm | Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm |
| October 2012 | Hurricane | Hurricane Sandy |
| November 2011 | Severe Storm | The Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee |
| November 2011 | Earthquake | Earthquake |
| September 2011 | Hurricane | Hurricane Irene |
Showing the 10 most recent of 27 declarations.
Source: FEMA Disaster Declarations Summaries (OpenFEMA).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the overall natural disaster risk for King George County?
King George County has a composite FEMA National Risk Index score of 12.8 out of 100, placing it in the Very Low category and the 13th national percentile. This combines Expected Annual Loss, Social Vulnerability, and Community Resilience across 18 hazard types.
What are the top natural hazards in King George County?
The three highest-rated hazards are Hurricane (Low, $3M EAL), Landslide (Low, $11K EAL), Drought (Low, $479K EAL). These account for most of the county's expected annual losses.
How does King George County compare to other Virginia counties?
King George County ranks #99 of 133 Virginia counties for overall natural disaster risk, with a very low rating.
How many federally declared disasters has King George County had?
FEMA records 27 federal disaster declarations for King George County since 1972, most often 8 for hurricane events and 6 for snowstorm events. The most recent was Severe Winter Storm, declared in January 2026.
What does Expected Annual Loss (EAL) mean?
EAL is FEMA's estimate of average annual dollar losses from natural hazards, calculated from historical event data and exposure models. King George County's $8M EAL is a statistical average, not a guarantee for any specific year or address.