City vs city
Elmwood vs Lake Charles, LA
Lake Charles currently scores 15 points higher overall than Elmwood, with the largest gap in lightning.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Elmwood: 38/100 · Lake Charles: 53/100
Lake Charles is 15 points higher.
Flood
Elmwood: 30/100 · Lake Charles: 34/100
Lake Charles is 4 points higher.
Wind
Elmwood: 27/100 · Lake Charles: 37/100
Lake Charles is 10 points higher.
Lightning
Elmwood: 10/100 · Lake Charles: 77/100
Lake Charles is 67 points higher.
Tornado
Elmwood: 8/100 · Lake Charles: 35/100
Lake Charles is 27 points higher.
Hail
Elmwood: 58/100 · Lake Charles: 70/100
Lake Charles is 12 points higher.
Storm surge
Elmwood: 82/100 · Lake Charles: 99/100
Lake Charles is 17 points higher.