Natural Disasters in Holly Springs, MS
Hazard risk, disaster history, and FEMA data
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
71.2
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
59.2
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
88.4
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
17.8
Score (0-100)
Top Hazard Risks
| Hazard | Risk Score |
|---|---|
| Earthquake | 93.0 |
| Tornado | 89.0 |
| Landslide | 82.1 |
| Heat Wave | 81.9 |
| Wildfire | 79.2 |
| Cold Wave | 71.0 |
| Lightning | 67.0 |
| Hurricane | 49.1 |
| Drought | 47.9 |
| Ice Storm | 44.4 |
| Hail | 39.5 |
| Strong Wind | 39.0 |
| Winter Weather | 15.0 |
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster Declarations
Source: FEMA OpenFEMATotal Declarations
18
Most Recent
Winter Storm
Feb 2026
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
8 declarations
| Date | Type | Declaration |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2026 | Winter Storm | SEVERE WINTER STORM |
| Jan 24, 2026 | Winter Storm | SEVERE WINTER STORM |
| Oct 22, 2021 | Hurricane | HURRICANE IDA |
| Aug 28, 2021 | Hurricane | HURRICANE IDA |
| Apr 5, 2020 | Biological | COVID-19 PANDEMIC |
| Mar 13, 2020 | Biological | COVID-19 |
| Jan 4, 2016 | Severe Storm | SEVERE STORMS, TORNADOES, STRAIGHT-LINE WINDS, AND FLOODING |
| Apr 29, 2011 | Severe Storm | SEVERE STORMS, TORNADOES, STRAIGHT-LINE WINDS, AND ASSOCIATED FLOODING |
| May 14, 2010 | Severe Storm | SEVERE STORMS, TORNADOES, AND FLOODING |
| Aug 30, 2008 | Hurricane | HURRICANE GUSTAV |
| Aug 29, 2005 | Hurricane | HURRICANE KATRINA |
| Dec 7, 2001 | Severe Storm | SEVERE STORMS, TORNADOES AND FLOODING |
| Feb 18, 1994 | Severe Storm | SEVERE WINTER STORM, FREEEZING RAIN AND SLEET |
| May 17, 1991 | Severe Storm | SEVERE STORMS, TORNADOES & FLOODING |
| Feb 28, 1990 | Severe Storm | SEVERE STORMS, TORNADOES & FLOODING |
| Feb 22, 1977 | Snowstorm | DROUGHT & FREEZING |
| Mar 27, 1973 | Severe Storm | HEAVY RAINS, TORNADOES & FLOODING |
| Feb 22, 1971 | Tornado | STORMS & TORNADOES |
Individual Assistance
Source: FEMA Housing AssistanceTotal IA Registrations
410
Total IA Distributed
$1,282,329
Repair/Replace
$769,166
Rental Assistance
$130,994
| Disaster | Registrations | Total IA $ | Avg Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| DR-4248 | 359 | $1,122,795 | $7,241 |
| DR-4528 | 33 | $136,018 | — |
| DR-1916 | 5 | $12,170 | $3,302 |
| DR-1972 | 13 | $11,346 | $1,163 |
Individual and household assistance for homeowners and renters affected by federally declared disasters.
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
11
Total Claims Paid
$226,736
Avg Claim Payout
$20,612
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Disaster Recovery Spending
Source: FEMA Public AssistanceTotal Federal Spending
$2,130,235
Disasters with PA
5
Total Projects
76
| Disaster | Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|---|
| DR-4248 | Severe Storm(s) | 6 | $1,242,874 |
| DR-1916 | Severe Storm(s) | 39 | $439,460 |
| DR-1972 | Severe Storm(s) | 23 | $309,795 |
| DR-1398 | Severe Storm(s) | 4 | $90,708 |
| DR-1604 | Hurricane | 4 | $47,398 |
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
1
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.00
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 601.1: Generators | 1 | $0 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Holly Springs has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are earthquake, tornado, landslide. The area has had 18 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (8 declarations). 11 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $2,130,235 in public assistance recovery funding. $1,282,329 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 1 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.