HazardDB
 



Wildfire Risk: Very Low


Tornado Risk: Moderate


Hurricane Risk: Moderate


Hail Risk: Low


Flood Risk: Moderate


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Very Low


Wind Risk: Moderate

HAZARDS

13

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

8

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

8

Hazard Shelters

5

Fire Stations

1

Hospitals

1

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Cullman, Alabama faces relatively low to moderate natural disaster and climate risk, with hazard risk indexes indicating a score of 69.65. Specific climate factors include thunderstorms, hail, and strong winds, with a notable frequency of lightning events at 85.51%. The area's relatively low risk rating is also influenced by the presence of fault lines and coastlines, with historical events such as flooding recorded at a frequency of 1.79% and tropical storms at 0.04%.

Geological features in the region include water bodies like rivers and lakes, which contribute to the risk of flooding events. The area's mountain peaks and hilly terrain can further exacerbate the impact of natural disasters such as landslides, with a frequency of 1 event recorded. The presence of fault lines and coastlines also increases the risk of earthquakes and hurricanes, though the overall risk rating remains relatively low due to mitigation measures in place.

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CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
16 °F Cold
Average Precipitation
1496 mm Very High
Average Humidity
90% Very High
Plant Hardiness
7/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

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