HazardDB



Wildfire Risk: Very High


Tornado Risk: Very Low


Hurricane Risk: Very Low


Hail Risk: Very Low


Flood Risk: Low


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Low


Wind Risk: Very Low

HAZARDS

10

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

0

Water Bodies

4

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

3

Hazard Shelters

4

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Klamath, Oregon faces a relatively moderate overall hazard risk rating, with a risk score of 86.96. The area is susceptible to wildfires, with a risk value of 16,052.51, and flooding, with a risk value of 2,312.37. The region also experiences lightning strikes, with a risk value of 22,51.53. The area has a very high Social Vulnerability Index (SOVI) score of 86.73, indicating high vulnerability to natural disasters.

Specific climate factors in Klamath include a high wildfire risk due to dry and hot summers, as well as flooding risk from heavy rainfall and snowmelt. The region is located near the Pacific coast, making it vulnerable to coastal hazards such as storm surges and tsunamis. Additionally, the area is characterized by numerous fault lines and mountain peaks, increasing the risk of earthquakes and landslides. The presence of water bodies such as rivers and lakes also contributes to the flood risk in ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
7 °F Cold
Average Precipitation
531 mm Moderately Low
Average Humidity
80% Moderately High
Plant Hardiness
6/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

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