Hazard Score
196 Catastrophes Recorded
Webster County, Nebraska
0 Cities with a Population of 3,790, and 1,604 Households
Webster County, Nebraska has a relatively low overall natural disaster risk score of 59.05, with specific hazards such as hail storms presenting a relatively high risk level. The county's exposure to hail events, with a risk value of 4,620,176.51, accounts for a significant portion of the overall risk profile. Additionally, the county faces a moderate risk level from thunderstorm events, with a risk value of 27,305.79, contributing to the overall risk assessment.
Specific climate factors such as strong winds and thunderstorms, with a frequency of 153 events and a risk value of 1,670,898.55, pose significant hazards to the area. Geological features such as fault lines and mountain peaks in the region can exacerbate these risks, as they can influence the severity of natural disasters such as tornadoes and severe storms. The county's proximity to water bodies can also increase the risk of flooding events, as seen in the risk assessment for flooding events with a risk value of 649,164.32.
Overall, Webster County's natural disaster risk assessment indicates a notable exposure to various hazards, with hail storms and thunderstorms posing the most significant risks. It is crucial for local authorities and residents to be prepared for these events and to implement measures to mitigate their impact. Proactive planning and preparedness can help reduce the potential damage and ensure the safety of the community in the face of natural disasters.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Very Low
HAZARDS
18
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
54
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
4
Hazard Shelters
4
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
0
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Webster County, Nebraska has a population of 3,790 with a population density of 6.6 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county is predominantly White, accounting for 96.5% of the population, followed by Hispanic (3.5%), Multiracial (1.5%), Black (0.5%), and other racial groups. The median age in Webster County is 47, with a slightly higher percentage of females (52.5%) compared to males (47.5%). The county has a total of 1,604 households, with an average household size of 2.28. The majority of households are family households (64.6%), with a smaller percentage of non-family households (34.5%).
In terms of housing, Webster County has a total of 1,912 housing units, with a homeownership rate of 66.2% and a rental occupancy rate of 17.7%. The county also has a significant agricultural presence, with 406 farms in 2017 covering an average size of 810 acres, totaling 206,158 crop acres. The average sales value of agricultural products in 2017 was $856,778. When compared to other counties in Nebraska, Webster County stands out for its relatively low population density, high homeownership rate, and significant agricultural activity. The county's demographic profile reflects a predominantly White population with a slightly older median age compared to the state average.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Meadowlark Rx
2021-04-03
Hailstorm
2019-07-05
Hailstorm
2019-06-25
Hailstorm
2019-06-25
Hailstorm
2019-06-25
Hailstorm
2019-06-14
Hailstorm
2019-05-23
Hailstorm
2019-05-06
Hailstorm
2019-05-05
Hailstorm
2019-05-05
Hailstorm
2019-04-17
Hailstorm
2019-04-10
Hailstorm
2019-04-10
Hailstorm
2019-03-28
Hailstorm
2019-03-28
Hailstorm
2019-03-28
Flooding
Snowmelt, Heavy Rain, Ice Jams
2019-03-13Hailstorm
2018-09-20
Hailstorm
2018-06-19
Hailstorm
2018-05-01
Hailstorm
2018-05-01
Hailstorm
2018-05-01
Hailstorm
2017-10-01
Hailstorm
2017-06-29
Hailstorm
2017-06-28
Hailstorm
2017-06-20
Hailstorm
2017-06-20
Hailstorm
2017-06-13
Hailstorm
2017-06-13
Hailstorm
2017-06-13
Hailstorm
2017-06-13
Hailstorm
2017-06-13
Hailstorm
2017-05-09
Hailstorm
2017-04-09
Tornado
2016-11-27
Hailstorm
2016-11-27
Hailstorm
2016-06-03
Hailstorm
2016-05-29
Hailstorm
2016-05-26
Hailstorm
2016-05-23
Hailstorm
2016-04-24
Hailstorm
2015-09-10
Hailstorm
2015-07-15
Hailstorm
2015-04-18
Hailstorm
2015-04-01
Hailstorm
2014-07-09
Tornado
2014-06-14
Hailstorm
2014-06-11
Hailstorm
2014-06-11
Hailstorm
2014-06-11
Hailstorm
2014-06-11
Hailstorm
2014-05-11
Hailstorm
2013-07-23
Hailstorm
2012-06-14
Hailstorm
2012-05-30
Hailstorm
2012-05-27
Hailstorm
2012-05-27
Hailstorm
2012-05-27
Hailstorm
2012-05-27
Hailstorm
2012-05-19
Hailstorm
2012-05-19
Hailstorm
2012-05-19
Hailstorm
2012-05-19
Hailstorm
2011-10-11
Hailstorm
2011-10-11
Hailstorm
2011-05-30
Tornado
2011-05-11
Hailstorm
2011-04-14
Hailstorm
2011-04-14
Hailstorm
2010-09-13
Hailstorm
2010-09-13
Hailstorm
2010-09-13
Hailstorm
2010-09-13
Hailstorm
2010-07-14
Hailstorm
2010-06-17
Hailstorm
2010-06-17
Hailstorm
2010-06-17
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2010-06-17
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2010-06-17
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2010-06-17
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2010-04-22
Hailstorm
2010-04-14
Hailstorm
2009-09-07
Hailstorm
2009-06-01
Hailstorm
2008-07-07
Hailstorm
2008-07-07
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2008-06-04
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2008-06-04
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2008-04-23
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2008-04-23
Hailstorm
2007-08-20
Hailstorm
2007-05-31
Hailstorm
2007-05-04
Hailstorm
2007-05-04
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2007-04-24
Hailstorm
2006-09-20
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2006-07-13
Hailstorm
2006-07-13
Hailstorm
2006-06-20
Hailstorm
2006-06-20
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2006-05-08
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2006-04-06
Hailstorm
2006-04-06
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2006-04-06
Hailstorm
2006-03-30
Hailstorm
2005-07-08
Hailstorm
2005-07-08
Hailstorm
2005-06-16
Hailstorm
2005-05-11
Hailstorm
2004-07-07
Hailstorm
2004-07-07
Hailstorm
2004-07-07
Tornado
2004-06-10
Tornado
2004-05-22
Hailstorm
2004-05-21
Hailstorm
2003-07-20
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-06-23Hailstorm
2003-05-08
Hailstorm
2003-04-29
Hailstorm
2003-04-29
Hailstorm
2003-04-29
Hailstorm
2002-08-23
Hailstorm
2002-08-19
Hailstorm
2002-06-12
Hailstorm
2002-06-12
Hailstorm
2002-05-26
Hailstorm
2002-05-11
Tornado
2002-05-05
Hailstorm
2002-05-05
Hailstorm
2002-05-05
Hailstorm
2001-06-13
Hailstorm
2001-05-09
Tornado
2001-04-11
Tornado
2000-11-05
Flooding
Brief Torrential Rain
1999-06-28Hailstorm
1998-09-19
Hailstorm
1998-06-23
Hailstorm
1998-06-13
Hailstorm
1998-06-13
Hailstorm
1998-06-13
Hailstorm
1997-07-09
Hailstorm
1997-07-09
Tornado
1996-05-22
Hailstorm
1996-05-22
Hailstorm
1994-06-07
Hailstorm
1994-04-25
Hailstorm
1993-07-01
Tornado
1993-05-07
Tornado
1993-05-07
Tornado
1991-06-01
Tornado
1991-06-01
Hailstorm
1991-05-27
Tornado
1991-04-11
Hailstorm
1991-04-11
Hailstorm
1991-04-11
Tornado
1990-06-18
Tornado
1990-06-16
Tornado
1990-03-13
Hailstorm
1989-06-30
Tornado
1987-08-02
Tornado
1987-03-14
Tornado
1986-09-18
Tornado
1986-09-05
Tornado
1986-09-05
Hailstorm
1986-09-05
Hailstorm
1986-08-07
Tornado
1985-06-23
Tornado
1984-06-09
Hailstorm
1982-05-11
Hailstorm
1980-05-31
Hailstorm
1979-06-18
Hailstorm
1979-05-08
Tornado
1978-07-17
Hailstorm
1978-07-06
Hailstorm
1978-07-06
Hailstorm
1978-07-05
Tornado
1978-04-07
Tornado
1978-04-07
Hailstorm
1978-04-07
Tornado
1978-04-05
Tornado
1977-06-12
Hailstorm
1977-06-12
Tornado
1977-05-16
Hailstorm
1977-04-12
Hailstorm
1976-08-25
Hailstorm
1973-09-02
Hailstorm
1973-08-08
Tornado
1967-06-11
Hailstorm
1965-06-29
Hailstorm
1965-06-22
Tornado
1965-05-25
Hailstorm
1962-05-27
Hailstorm
1961-06-06
Hailstorm
1959-07-03
Tornado
1957-05-20
Tornado
1953-06-19