Fairfax, Virginia faces a relatively moderate overall natural disaster and climate risk, with a RISK_SCORE of 94.59 and a RISK_RATNG of 'Relatively Moderate'. Specific hazards include flooding with a RFLD_RISKR of 'Relatively Moderate', lightning with a LTNG_RISKR of 'Relatively Moderate', and strong winds with a WNTW_RISKR of 'Relatively High'. The area also experiences hailstorms, hurricanes, and tornadoes, contributing to the overall risk assessment.

Climate factors such as heavy rainfall and thunderstorms increase the risk of flooding in Fairfax, while the presence of fault lines and mountainous terrain can lead to heightened earthquake risk. The proximity to the Potomac River and other water bodies pose additional flood risks, with historical events such as Hurricane Isabel in 2003 causing significant damage in the region. The area's geological features, including the Appalachian Mountains and the coastal plains, may amplify certain natural disaster risks.

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