Franklin County, Mississippi Hazard Report | Natural Catastrophe And Climate Risk

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Franklin County, Mississippi

1 Cities with a Population of 8,201, and 3,211 Households

Franklin, Mississippi has a very low overall natural disaster risk score of 24.72, with specific hazard risk indexes ranking as very low for most categories. The county has a relatively low risk for flooding, hail, tornados, and wildfires, with low to very low expected annual losses. The area is not prone to tsunamis, volcanic activity, or earthquakes, further contributing to its low risk profile.

Climate factors in Franklin, Mississippi include relatively moderate lightning and hurricane frequencies, with a higher risk for severe wind events. The area is not located near coastlines, fault lines, or mountain peaks, which reduces certain natural disaster risks. While the county is not immune to extreme weather events, its geographic features contribute to its overall very low risk rating.

Historically, Franklin, Mississippi has not experienced significant natural disasters compared to other regions in Mississippi. The county's lack of proximity to major water bodies, fault lines, and mountainous terrain contributes to its lower risk profile. Independent sources confirm the area's low risk for natural disasters, making it a relatively safe location in terms of climate and geological hazards.

Wildfire Risk: Very Low

Tornado Risk: Low

Hurricane Risk: Low

Hail Risk: Very Low

Flood Risk: Moderate

Tsunami Risk: Very Low

Earthquake Risk: Very Low

Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

16

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

21

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

3

Hazard Shelters

4

Fire Stations

1

Hospitals

2

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Franklin County, Mississippi has a population of 8,201 with a population density of 14.5 people per square mile. The county is predominantly White, with 64% of the population identifying as such, while 34% identify as Black. The median age in Franklin County is relatively young at 40.1 years, with a slightly higher number of females than males. The average household size is 2.51, and there are 3,211 households in the county. The county has a total of 4,154 housing units, with a homeownership rate of 63.5%.

Compared to other counties in Mississippi, Franklin County has a lower population density and a higher percentage of White residents. The county also has a lower median age and a higher average household size compared to the state average. In terms of agricultural data, Franklin County has a higher average farm size and crop acreage compared to the state average. Additionally, the average farm sale in Franklin County is higher than the state average, indicating a potentially more prosperous agricultural industry in the county. Further research and comparison with other counties in Mississippi may provide a more comprehensive understanding of Franklin County's demographic and economic profile.

Regions

Bude

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

19 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

1522 mm Very High

Average Humidity

86% Very High

Plant Hardiness

8/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Homochitto - Bb20 Rx

2023-05-22

Homochitto Bb 42 Sub 2 Rx

2023-04-20

Homochitto Bb21 Cont. Rx

2023-04-02

Homochitto Bb 13 Rx

2023-02-28

Homochitto Bb 42 Subs 1&3 Rx

2023-02-19

Homochitto Bb28 Sub 2

2022-05-03

Homochitto Bb 54

2022-04-29

Homochitto Bb 22

2022-03-26

Homochitto Bb 46

2022-03-25

Homochitto Bb 44

2022-03-25

Ezell

2022-03-21

Homochitto Bb 19

2022-03-20

Homochitto Bb46 Sub1

2022-03-14

Homochitto Bb30

2022-03-14

Pond

2022-03-13

Homochitto Bb 49

2022-03-13

Milk Jug

2022-03-06

Hwy 556 Bude, Ms.

2022-03-04

River Road

2022-03-04

Homochitto Bb 56 Sub 1

2022-02-20

Homochitto Bb 15w

2022-02-20

Homochitto Bb 52

2022-02-07

Homochitto Bb 21 & Bbhb

2022-01-30

Homochitto Bb 10

2022-01-29

Homochitto Bb51

2022-01-28

Homochitto Bb 17

2022-01-23

Homochitto Bb 45e

2022-01-13

Homochitto Bb 8

2022-01-11

Eve

2021-12-24

Homochitto Bb 8

2021-10-17

Hurricane Ida

2021-09-04

Homochitto Bb56 Sub1

2021-05-25

Homochitto Bb42 Sub 2 3

2021-04-20

Homochitto - Bb42 Sub 1 2 3

2021-04-12

Homochitto - Bb 42 Sub 1&2&3

2021-04-07

Homochitto - Bb 48 Sub 3

2021-04-06

Homochitto - Cpt 42 Sub 4&5

2021-04-05

Homochitto Bb44

2021-04-02

Homochitto - Bb 14

2021-03-22

Homochitto - Bb 15

2021-03-12

Veto Road

2021-03-11

Homochitto - Bb 12

2021-03-10

Homochitto - Bb 18

2021-03-06

Lookout

2021-02-25

Homochitto-Helibase Bb 65

2021-02-24

Round Top

2021-02-03

Tornado

2020-12-23

Tornado

2020-12-23

Tornado

2020-12-23

Homochitto Bb 45 Sub 5

2020-11-17

Homochitto Bb 30

2020-11-05

Homochitto Bb 59 Sub 1 & 3

2020-11-04

Homochitto Bb 59 Sub 2

2020-10-16

Tornado

2020-10-09

3 Stripe

2020-09-20

Homochitto Bb45 Sub 3

2020-06-16

Homochitto Bb45 Sub 4

2020-06-15

Homochitto Bb49 Sub 5

2020-06-14

Homochitto Bb49 Sub 4

2020-06-13

Homochitto Bb49 Sub Unit 3

2020-06-12

S-M Homochitto

2020-05-05

Caston Creek

2020-03-16

Kings Ferry

2020-03-15

Homochitto Bb 15 Sub 2

2020-03-14

Homochitto Bb 7 Site Prep

2020-03-14

Homochittto Bb 48 Sub 2

2020-03-13

Homochitto Bb 47

2020-03-08

Homochitto Bb 53

2020-02-28

Homochitto Bude Helibase

2020-02-28

Flooding

Hailstorm

2016-03-17

Hailstorm

2016-03-17

Hailstorm

2016-01-21

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Hurricane Isaac

Flooding

Heavy Rain And Snow

2011-03-07

Hailstorm

2010-12-31

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2009-12-12

Flooding

Tropical Storm Ida

Hailstorm

2008-06-25

Hailstorm

2008-06-24

Hailstorm

2008-04-11

Hailstorm

2008-04-11

Flooding

Rain And Snowmelt

Heavy Rain

Hurricane Matthew

2004-10-11

Hailstorm

2003-07-13

Hailstorm

2003-05-17

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2003-04-07

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Flooding

Tropical Cyclone

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