Hazard Score
128 Catastrophes Recorded
Susank, Kansas
3 Land Tracts in Barton County , Cow Watershed
Susank, Kansas, located in Barton County, faces relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk, with specific factors contributing to this assessment. The area experiences moderate temperatures and precipitation levels, with a relatively low risk of drought and very low risk of earthquakes. The region's low population density and lack of significant water bodies or fault lines contribute to its lower risk profile.
Susank's location in central Kansas, away from coastlines and major fault lines, reduces the risk of hurricanes, tsunamis, and earthquakes. The area's flat terrain and lack of mountain peaks also mitigate the risk of landslides and avalanches. Additionally, the Middle Arkansas River and Cow Creek do not pose significant flood risks to the community. Historical data supports the area's low susceptibility to natural disasters, with few recorded events impacting Susank in recent years.
Overall, Susank's natural disaster and climate risk is relatively low due to its geographic features and historical data. While the region may experience some weather-related hazards such as storms and flooding, the lack of major geological features and low population density contribute to its overall resilience. Residents and authorities should still remain vigilant and prepared for potential hazards, but the area's risk level is relatively low compared to other regions with higher vulnerability.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Moderate
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Moderate
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
8
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
8
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
0
Hazard Shelters
1
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
1
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Barton County, Kansas faces relatively low natural disaster and climate risk, with a risk rating of 78.87 out of 100, primarily driven by hazards such as hail, strong winds, and tornadoes. The county has a history of 213 severe wind events per year, with a relatively high risk rating of 95.16, impacting the local population of 25,485. Additionally, the county experiences 389 hail events annually, with a risk value of 3,510,122.67, indicating a relatively high risk level.
Specific climate factors in Barton County include a high frequency of lightning events, with an average of 1,476 lightning strikes per year, contributing to a risk value of 148,123.77. The county is also prone to severe thunderstorms, with 763 events annually and a risk rating of very low due to historical events causing a risk value of 24,123.17. While Barton County is not located near coastlines or fault lines, its geological features ...
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2019-05-20Flooding
Snowmelt, Heavy Rain, Ice Jams
2019-03-13Hailstorm
2018-05-01
Hailstorm
2018-05-01
Hailstorm
2017-08-09
Hailstorm
2017-08-09
Hailstorm
2017-08-09
Hailstorm
2017-06-15
Tornado
2017-05-16
Hailstorm
2017-04-15
Hailstorm
2017-04-15
Hailstorm
2016-07-02
Hailstorm
2016-04-24
Hailstorm
2016-04-24
Hailstorm
2015-09-10
Hailstorm
2015-06-25
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2015-05-05Hailstorm
2014-05-11
Hailstorm
2013-06-15
Hailstorm
2012-11-10
Hailstorm
2012-11-10
Hailstorm
2012-11-10
Hailstorm
2012-06-20
Hailstorm
2012-06-20
Hailstorm
2012-05-30
Hailstorm
2012-05-30
Hailstorm
2012-05-30
Hailstorm
2011-06-16
Tornado
2011-05-24
Hailstorm
2011-05-19
Hailstorm
2011-05-11
Hailstorm
2010-09-01
Hailstorm
2010-09-01
Hailstorm
2010-09-01
Hailstorm
2010-09-01
Hailstorm
2010-07-20
Hailstorm
2010-05-25
Hailstorm
2010-04-29
Hailstorm
2009-07-20
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2008-08-09Hailstorm
2008-06-11
Hailstorm
2008-06-11
Hailstorm
2008-06-11
Hailstorm
2008-05-25
Hailstorm
2008-05-25
Hailstorm
2008-05-25
Hailstorm
2008-05-25
Hailstorm
2007-08-07
Hailstorm
2007-05-31
Hailstorm
2007-05-31
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-05-24Hailstorm
2007-05-05
Hailstorm
2007-05-05
Hailstorm
2006-07-12
Hailstorm
2006-07-12
Hailstorm
2006-06-28
Hailstorm
2006-06-28
Hailstorm
2006-06-28
Hailstorm
2006-06-21
Tornado
2005-08-19
Hailstorm
2005-04-20
Tornado
2004-07-07
Tornado
2004-07-07
Hailstorm
2004-06-14
Hailstorm
2004-06-05
Tornado
2004-03-27
Hailstorm
2003-07-31
Tornado
2002-05-26
Hailstorm
2002-05-15
Hailstorm
2002-05-15
Hailstorm
2002-05-15
Tornado
2002-05-11
Hailstorm
2002-05-11
Hailstorm
2002-04-27
Hailstorm
2002-04-27
Hailstorm
2002-04-17
Hailstorm
2001-09-02
Hailstorm
2001-09-02
Hailstorm
2001-09-02
Hailstorm
2001-06-03
Tornado
2001-04-21
Tornado
2001-04-21
Hailstorm
2001-04-21
Hailstorm
2001-04-21
Hailstorm
2001-04-20
Hailstorm
2001-04-20
Hailstorm
2000-10-13
Hailstorm
2000-10-13
Hailstorm
2000-06-29
Flooding
Brief Torrential Rain
1999-06-28Hailstorm
1999-05-20
Hailstorm
1999-05-16
Tornado
1998-09-29
Tornado
1998-09-29
Hailstorm
1998-06-24
Hailstorm
1997-08-16
Tornado
1997-05-25
Hailstorm
1997-05-16
Hailstorm
1996-05-31
Hailstorm
1995-08-05
Hailstorm
1995-08-05
Hailstorm
1995-07-25
Hailstorm
1995-07-03
Hailstorm
1995-05-17
Hailstorm
1994-07-03
Hailstorm
1994-07-03
Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
1994-04-09Hailstorm
1993-07-04
Hailstorm
1992-07-19
Hailstorm
1992-03-28
Tornado
1991-05-16
Tornado
1991-05-16
Hailstorm
1990-05-24
Hailstorm
1989-06-30
Hailstorm
1989-06-26
Hailstorm
1987-08-18
Hailstorm
1987-08-17
Hailstorm
1983-06-02
Hailstorm
1980-08-05
Tornado
1975-05-27
Hailstorm
1975-05-06
Hailstorm
1975-05-02
Hailstorm
1970-05-08
Tornado
1964-06-12
Hailstorm
1960-07-26
Hailstorm
1959-05-04
Hailstorm
1957-05-28
Tornado
1956-05-28