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: Moderate

HAZARDS

9

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

1

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

4

Hazard Shelters

1

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Waukesha, Wisconsin has a relatively moderate risk rating for natural disasters and climate risks, with a risk score of 85.56. The area is prone to events such as hailstorms, snowstorms, flooding, and thunderstorms. The county has experienced 129 hail events, 144 snow/wind events, 77 flooding events, and 1098 lightning events. These events contribute to the overall risk profile of Waukesha County.

Specific climate factors in Waukesha include its location in the Great Lakes region, which can lead to heavy snowfall in the winter and severe thunderstorms in the summer. The area is also prone to flooding due to its proximity to rivers and lakes. Additionally, the county has experienced 10 heavy wind events, indicating a risk of wind damage during storms. The presence of fault lines, mountain peaks, and water bodies in the region can exacerbate the impact of natural disasters.

Overall, Waukesha County's risk of natural disasters ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
9 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
883 mm Moderate

Average Humidity
79% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness
5/10 Moderate

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Flooding

Heavy Rain And Snowmelt

2018-02-19

Hailstorm

2015-08-14

Hailstorm

2014-08-01

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2008-06-05

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2004-06-10

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2004-05-22

Flooding

Brief Torrential Rain

1998-08-04

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1990-08-18

Flooding

Torrential Rain

1986-08-06