Wildfire Risk: Very Low


Tornado Risk: Low


Hurricane Risk: Low


Hail Risk: Low


Flood Risk: Moderate


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Very Low


Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

8

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

17

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

3

Hazard Shelters

6

Fire Stations

1

Hospitals

1

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Litchfield, Connecticut has a relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk rating. The area is prone to events such as severe thunderstorms, hail, and extreme wind events, with a high frequency of lightning strikes. The risk of floods is also present, with a moderate occurrence rate. However, the risk of wildfires and tornadoes is relatively low in this region. The area also has a very low risk of tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, and earthquakes.

Specific climate factors in Litchfield include the high frequency of lightning strikes and severe thunderstorms, which contribute to the overall risk in the area. The presence of water bodies like lakes and rivers can exacerbate flood risks during heavy rainfall events. The region's geological features, such as mountain peaks and fault lines, also play a role in determining hazard risk. Historical events like past flooding and wind events provide evidence of the area's vulnerability to ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
9 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
1359 mm Very High

Average Humidity
79% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness
6/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Hurricane Henri

2021-08-24

Hailstorm

2012-06-22

Hailstorm

2012-06-22

Flooding

Tropical Storm Irene

2011-08-27

Hailstorm

2011-06-09

Hailstorm

2011-06-09

Hailstorm

2011-06-01

Flooding

Heavy Rain And Snow

2011-03-07

Hailstorm

2010-07-21

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2010-03-27

Flooding

Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B

2010-03-10

Hailstorm

2009-08-21

Hailstorm

2007-07-06

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2007-04-15

Hailstorm

2006-06-01

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2005-10-08

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2005-04-01

Hailstorm

2004-05-23

Hailstorm

2003-08-16

Hailstorm

2002-05-31

Hailstorm

2002-05-31

Hailstorm

2002-05-31

Tornado

2001-06-23

Hailstorm

2000-05-10

Hailstorm

1999-06-07

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1996-10-19

Hailstorm

1995-05-29

Hailstorm

1991-08-18

Hailstorm

1974-07-15