Bibb County hazard data

Macon, GA Disaster Risk

FEMA rates relative hail risk for Bibb County as relatively moderate and reports FEMA annualized frequency of 2.965 per year for the area.

#7 of 13 covered Georgia cities for hail risk β†’FEMA relative score 93.1/100 Β· county scale

FEMA summary

Macon's hail risk is relatively moderate at county scale.

FEMA's profile for Bibb County reports FEMA annualized frequency of 2.965 per year for hail. FEMA's relative risk rating for the area is relatively moderate; 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

2.965 per year

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FEMA area population
157,280
Data geography
County equivalent
FEMA relative score
93.1/100
FEMA source
v1.19.0

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FEMA NRI profile

Hail

Relatively Moderate

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

Relative FEMA score

93.1/100

FEMA annualized frequency
2.965 per year
FEMA area loss estimate
$1M
Recorded events
101

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 Bibb County. It is not an estimate for a home or address.

City risk summary

Hail risk in Macon

For Macon, FEMA rates hail risk for Bibb County as relatively moderate, with a relative score of 93.1/100. The next highest relative scores are ice storm at 92.5/100 and heat wave at 87.9/100.

Using FEMA data for Bibb County, Macon is #7 among 13 covered Georgia entries for hail risk. Warner Robins is about 15 straight-line miles from the Macon map point; its FEMA figures cover Houston County.

What to check for hail

  • βœ“Check the roof’s age, material, and record of earlier impact damage.
  • βœ“Review skylights, exterior equipment, trees, and covered vehicle parking.
  • βœ“Compare the wind-and-hail deductible with the roof settlement terms in the policy.

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 Macon. All FEMA figures on this page cover Bibb County.

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City
Macon, GA
FEMA data area
Bibb County
County FIPS
13021

Questions about disaster risk in Macon

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

How much hail risk does Macon, GA have?

FEMA rates relative hail risk for Bibb County as relatively moderate. Its FEMA annualized frequency is 2.965 per year. Damage at a specific address also depends on the building, soil, elevation, and exact hazard zone.

Where does Macon rank for hail risk in Georgia?

Among 13 Georgia cities covered by this directory, Macon is #7 for relative hail risk based on FEMA's score for Bibb County. Homes within Macon can have different soil, elevation, construction, and hazard-zone conditions.

Which natural hazards rank highest around Macon?

In FEMA's data for Bibb County, the highest relative ratings are Hail (Relatively Moderate), Ice Storm (Relatively High), and Heat Wave (Relatively Moderate). FEMA uses estimated losses and community data along with event frequency when assigning these ratings.

Are the disaster-risk numbers for Macon or Bibb County?

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

Is Macon safe from natural disasters?

FEMA gives Bibb County an overall relative risk rating of relatively low. 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 Macon do first for hail 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.

CityDistanceHail ratingRelative score
Warner Robins, GA15 miRelatively Low78.3
Columbus, GA72 miRelatively Moderate87.7
South Fulton, GA76 miRelatively High98.0
Atlanta, GA78 miRelatively High98.0
Athens, GA81 miRelatively Moderate90.7

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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.