Wildfire Risk: Very Low


Tornado Risk: Very Low


Hurricane Risk: Very Low


Hail Risk: Very Low


Flood Risk: Low


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Very Low


Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

1

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

3

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

1

Hazard Shelters

0

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Washington County, Vermont, faces a relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk, with a risk score of 56.76. The area is prone to severe weather events such as hailstorms, with a risk rating of very low, and frequent lightning strikes, with a moderate risk rating. The county also experiences occasional wind events, with a risk rating of very low.

Specific climate factors in Washington County include its location in a region with moderate earthquake risk and relatively low tornado risk. The county is characterized by a mix of hills and valleys, with no significant fault lines or volcanic activity. The presence of water bodies like rivers and lakes in the area can contribute to flooding risk during extreme weather events.

While Washington County does not have a history of major natural disasters, it is important to note its proximity to the Green Mountains and the ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
5 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
1167 mm Moderate

Average Humidity
79% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness
4/10 Moderate

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Hailstorm

2017-06-27

Flooding

Tropical Storm Irene

2011-08-27

Flooding

Torrential Rain

2008-08-08

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2002-06-12

Flooding

Brief Torrential Rain

1998-06-24

Flooding

Snowmelt

1998-03-31

Flooding

Ice Jam/Break-Up

1992-03-12

Flooding

Extra-Tropical Cyclone

1989-05-24