Wildfire Risk: Very Low


Tornado Risk: Low


Hurricane Risk: Very Low


Hail Risk: Low


Flood Risk: Moderate High


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Very Low


Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

0

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

10

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

1

Hazard Shelters

1

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Franklin County, Kansas faces relatively low to moderate risks of natural disasters such as wildfires, hailstorms, tornados, and floods. The area experiences frequent lightning strikes and hail events, with a moderate risk rating. Additionally, the county is at risk of severe windstorms and tornadoes due to its relatively high exposure and vulnerability levels, posing a significant threat to the population and property in the area.

The geological features in Franklin County include the presence of fault lines and water bodies, which can exacerbate the impact of natural disasters such as floods and landslides. The area's proximity to mountain peaks and coastlines may also increase the risk of weather-related hazards. Historical events in the region have shown instances of flooding, which have caused damage to infrastructure and agriculture.

It is crucial for residents and authorities in Franklin County to implement comprehensive disaster preparedness and mitigation strategies to ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
13 °F Cold
Average Precipitation
963 mm Moderate
Average Humidity
79% Moderately High
Plant Hardiness
6/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2019-05-20

Flooding

Snowmelt, Heavy Rain, Ice Jams

2019-03-13

Flooding

Torrential Rain

2018-09-01

Hailstorm

2018-04-13

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2017-04-28

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2015-12-15

Flooding

Torrential Rain

2013-08-05

Hailstorm

2013-06-18

Hailstorm

2013-06-18

Hailstorm

2013-06-18

Tornado

2012-02-28

Hailstorm

2011-03-19

Hailstorm

2010-05-12

Flooding

Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B

2010-03-10

Hailstorm

2009-05-15

Hailstorm

2009-05-15

Hailstorm

2009-05-15

Flooding

Torrential Rain

2008-08-09

Hailstorm

2008-07-22

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2008-06-05

Hailstorm

2008-05-01

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2007-08-16

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2007-05-06

Hailstorm

2006-08-25

Hailstorm

2005-06-30

Hailstorm

2004-08-25

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2004-03-04

Hailstorm

2003-07-11

Hailstorm

2003-05-06

Hailstorm

2002-03-08

Hailstorm

2000-09-11

Hailstorm

2000-08-07

Hailstorm

1998-06-21

Hailstorm

1996-06-05

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1995-05-10

Flooding

Rain And Snowmelt

1994-04-09

Hailstorm

1992-04-11

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1989-06-02

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1989-03-26

Tornado

1978-06-17

Tornado

1958-11-17
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