What is the wildfire risk in zip code 60916?

Zip code 60916 (Kankakee Area, IL) has a WildfireRiskScore of 4.1 out of 10, classified as MEDIUM risk. This is based on USFS Fireshed Registry data, historical fire occurrence, and wildland-urban interface factors.

How many wildfires have occurred near 60916?

In the last 20 years, there have been 0 recorded wildfires within 25 miles of 60916, burning approximately 0 acres. Within 10 miles, 0 fires have occurred.

Will homeowners insurance be affected by wildfire risk in 60916?

Standard homeowners insurance is generally available in 60916. Wildfire risk may increase premiums by an estimated 36% compared to low-risk areas.

Wildfire Risk in Zip Code 60916

Kankakee Area, Illinois

🟡 MEDIUM RISK 4.1/10

0 Fires within 25mi (20yr)

0 Acres Burned (25mi)

None Last Fire Year

Historical Fires Near 60916 (Last 20 Years)

Radius	Fire Count	Acres Burned
Within 10 miles	0	0
Within 25 miles	0	0
Within 50 miles	11	—

USFS Fireshed Classification

Fireshed Region Central

Nearest National Forest / Fireshed Shawnee

WildfireRiskScore 4.1 / 10

Insurance Impact for 60916

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Standard Coverage Available

Standard homeowners insurance is generally available in 60916. Wildfire risk factors may affect premiums and specific wildfire coverage terms.

Estimated wildfire-driven premium increase vs. low-risk areas: +36%

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Defensible Space Recommendations for MEDIUM Risk

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Maintain Cleared Vegetation

Keep immediate surroundings clear of dry brush and dead wood. Clean gutters seasonally.

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Know Your Evacuation Zone

How the WildfireRiskScore Is Calculated

The WildfireRiskScore (0–10) for zip code 60916 is a composite of three factors:

USFS Fireshed classification (0–4 points): Based on the USFS Fireshed Registry, which categorizes all US land by wildfire risk using fuel loads, weather patterns, and ignition probability.
Historical fire density (0–3 points): Weighted count of recorded wildfires within 25 miles over the past 20 years from the USFS Fire Occurrence Database.
Terrain and WUI factors (0–3 points): Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) proximity, elevation, aspect, and slope — areas at the edge of undeveloped wildland are at highest risk.

Nearby Zip Codes in Kankakee Area

60901 Kankakee Area, IL 🟡 MEDIUM Score: 4.8/10 60904 Kankakee Area, IL 🟢 LOW-MEDIUM Score: 3.6/10 60907 Kankakee Area, IL 🟢 LOW-MEDIUM Score: 3.4/10 60910 Kankakee Area, IL 🟡 MEDIUM Score: 4.5/10 60913 Kankakee Area, IL 🟡 MEDIUM Score: 4.8/10

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