Gregg County hazard data

Longview, TX Disaster Risk

FEMA rates relative winter weather risk for Gregg County as very high and reports FEMA annualized frequency of 1.053 per year for the area.

#7 of 53 covered Texas cities for winter weather risk β†’FEMA relative score 98.9/100 Β· county scale

FEMA summary

Longview's winter weather risk is very high at county scale.

FEMA's profile for Gregg County reports FEMA annualized frequency of 1.053 per year for winter weather. FEMA's relative risk rating for the area is very high; the annualized frequency is a separate measure.

Hazard metrics cover FEMA county-equivalent geographies rather than individual addresses or parcels. Use local or state hazard maps before making a property, insurance, retrofit, or evacuation decision.

FEMA annualized frequency

1.053 per year

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FEMA area population
124,154
Data geography
County equivalent
FEMA relative score
98.9/100
FEMA source
v1.19.0

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FEMA NRI profile

Winter Weather

Very High

FEMA combines its area-wide loss estimate and community data in this relative rating. Event frequency appears separately below.

Relative FEMA score

98.9/100

FEMA annualized frequency
1.053 per year
FEMA area loss estimate
$1M
Recorded events
17

How to read this

Occurrence thresholds vary by hazard. The FEMA methodology defines the value for each hazard.

The area loss estimate combines FEMA's modeled losses to buildings, population, and agriculture across Gregg County. It is not an estimate for a home or address.

City risk summary

Winter weather risk in Longview

For Longview, FEMA rates winter weather risk for Gregg County as very high, with a relative score of 98.9/100. The next highest relative scores are tornado at 97.9/100 and strong wind at 97.8/100.

Using FEMA data for Gregg County, Longview is #7 among 53 covered Texas entries for winter weather risk. Tyler is about 35 straight-line miles from the Longview map point; its FEMA figures cover Smith County.

What to check for winter weather

  • βœ“Check safe backup heat, pipe protection, and snow or ice removal plans.
  • βœ“Keep vehicle supplies ready for delays and closed roads.
  • βœ“Plan for several days without power, deliveries, or normal travel.

Household preparation

Official guidance β†—

For homeowners and movers

  • βœ“Confirm the exact hazard using official local maps before making property or insurance decisions.
  • βœ“Review policy exclusions, deductibles, and temporary-living coverage with a licensed professional.
  • βœ“Keep inspections, inventories, and critical documents in a secure location you can access after an emergency.

Preparedness actions

  • βœ“Know how local officials issue warnings and evacuation instructions.
  • βœ“Maintain water, food, lighting, medications, and communications for several days.
  • βœ“Create a household communication plan and practice it before an emergency.
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Where this profile applies

The map shows Longview. All FEMA figures on this page cover Gregg County.

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City
Longview, TX
FEMA data area
Gregg County
County FIPS
48183

Questions about disaster risk in Longview

The FEMA figures cover Gregg County. Address-level conditions require local maps, building records, and property details.

How much winter weather risk does Longview, TX have?

FEMA rates relative winter weather risk for Gregg County as very high. Its FEMA annualized frequency is 1.053 per year. Damage at a specific address also depends on the building, soil, elevation, and exact hazard zone.

Where does Longview rank for winter weather risk in Texas?

Among 53 Texas cities covered by this directory, Longview is #7 for relative winter weather risk based on FEMA's score for Gregg County. Homes within Longview can have different soil, elevation, construction, and hazard-zone conditions.

Which natural hazards rank highest around Longview?

In FEMA's data for Gregg County, the highest relative ratings are Winter Weather (Very High), Tornado (Relatively High), and Strong Wind (Relatively High). FEMA uses estimated losses and community data along with event frequency when assigning these ratings.

Are the disaster-risk numbers for Longview or Gregg County?

The hazard numbers cover Gregg County. For an individual home, check local fault, flood, fire, evacuation, and building records for the exact address.

Is Longview safe from natural disasters?

FEMA gives Gregg County an overall relative risk rating of relatively moderate. Conditions at a specific home depend on its hazard zones, building type, maintenance, insurance, and access to evacuation routes and emergency services.

What should a household in Longview do first for winter weather preparedness?

Start with this step: Confirm the exact hazard using official local maps before making property or insurance decisions. Know how local officials issue warnings and evacuation instructions. Use Ready.gov Be Informed and local emergency guidance for a complete plan.

Nearby city comparisons

Distances are measured between city coordinates.

CityDistanceWinter Weather ratingRelative score
Tyler, TX35 miVery High99.5
Shreveport, LA56 miRelatively Moderate67.9

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Data sources

Hazard metrics come from FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 (March 2023). City population and coordinates come from SimpleMaps US Cities Database. For current conditions, use official local maps, warnings, inspections, and professional advice.