Monticello, Arkansas Natural Disasters

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82 Catastrophes Recorded

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Monticello, Arkansas

7 Land Tracts in Drew County , Bayou Bartholomew Watershed

Monticello, Arkansas, located in Drew County, has a relatively low hazard risk rating with a very low risk of hurricanes, floods, and wildfires. The city's climate is characterized by moderate hardiness, high precipitation levels, and high humidity, which could potentially contribute to localized flooding events. The area is situated within the Lower Red-Ouachita hydrologic subregion, which includes the Bayou Bartholomew waterway, posing a potential flood risk during heavy rainfall periods.

Geologically, Monticello is not located near fault lines, coastlines, or volcanoes, which significantly lowers the risk of seismic events or volcanic activity. The presence of the Ouachita Mountains to the south of the city acts as a natural barrier against extreme weather events. Despite the relatively low risk of natural disasters, it is essential for the city to have proper emergency preparedness plans in place to mitigate any potential risks and ensure the safety of its population of approximately 17,320 residents. Historical data can be used to assess the impact of past events, such as flooding from the nearby Bayou Bartholomew, to inform future risk management strategies.

Overall, Monticello, Arkansas, presents a low risk of natural disasters, with a focus on flood preparedness due to the area's high precipitation levels and nearby water bodies. The city's geographic location, away from fault lines and coastlines, contributes to a lower risk of seismic activities and hurricanes. While the area's hazard risk rating is very low, ongoing monitoring of climate factors and geological features is crucial to ensure the continued safety and resilience of the community in the face of potential natural disasters.

Wildfire Risk: Very Low

Tornado Risk: Low

Hurricane Risk: Low

Hail Risk: Very Low

Flood Risk: Low

Tsunami Risk: Very Low

Earthquake Risk: Very Low

Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

7

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

4

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

6

Hazard Shelters

4

Fire Stations

1

Hospitals

1

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Drew County in Arkansas has a very low overall risk score of 39.68, with specific hazard risk indexes indicating very low to relatively high risk levels for various natural disasters such as hurricanes, hail, tornadoes, and wildfires. The county has a relatively low risk of floods and lightning strikes. Drew County experiences an average of 203 drought events annually, which poses a relatively low risk to the area. The county is not at risk of tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, or wildfires according to the hazard risk indexes.

The specific climate factors in Drew County, Arkansas may contribute to the relatively low risk of certain natural disasters. The area's geographical features, including coastlines, fault lines, mountain peaks, and water bodies, play a role in determining the risk of certain hazards. Drew County does not have coastlines or fault lines, which reduces the risk of specific disasters like tsunamis or earthquakes. The ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

17 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

1372 mm Very High

Average Humidity

90% Very High

Plant Hardiness

8/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Heavy Rain

2011-05-01

2007-04-03

Hailstorm

2007-04-03

Tornado

2007-02-24

Tornado

2007-02-24

Tornado

2007-02-24

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2007-01-15

2003-02-22

Hailstorm

2002-05-26

Hailstorm

2002-05-26

Hailstorm

2002-05-10

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1962-10-07

Hailstorm

1959-04-20

Tornado

1957-05-23

Hailstorm

1957-03-05

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