Hazard Score
59 Catastrophes Recorded
Wetumpka, Alabama
10 Land Tracts in Elmore County , Lower Coosa Watershed
Wetumpka, Alabama faces a relatively low risk of natural disasters based on hazard risk data. The climate in Wetumpka is characterized by moderate temperatures, high humidity, and moderate precipitation levels. While the area experiences occasional severe weather events, such as thunderstorms and tornadoes, the overall risk of major natural disasters is relatively low.
The geological features in the region, such as the nearby Coosa River and the Lower Coosa hydrologic unit, can impact hazard risk in Wetumpka. Additionally, Wetumpka is located in close proximity to the Coosa-Tallapoosa hydrologic accounting unit and the Alabama hydrologic subregion. These water bodies and geological features can contribute to the risk of flooding and other water-related disasters in the area.
Overall, Wetumpka's geographic location and climate factors contribute to a relatively low risk of natural disasters. While the area may experience occasional severe weather events and flooding, the risk of major disasters is relatively low compared to other regions. Residents should still remain vigilant and prepared for potential hazards, but the overall risk level in Wetumpka is relatively low.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Moderate
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
28
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
13
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
3
Hazard Shelters
6
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
1
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Elmore County, Alabama has a relatively low overall hazard risk rating of 57.27, with specific risks such as tornadoes, hail storms, and flooding. The area experiences moderate to high lightning activity, with a relatively high risk rating of 89.83 due to frequent lightning events. Additionally, the county faces a moderate risk of tropical cyclones, with a risk rating of 70.21, and relatively low risks of hurricanes and straight-line winds.
Elmore County is located inland and does not have a coastline, which reduces the risk of storm surge from tropical cyclones. However, the county is susceptible to flooding from heavy rainfall, as evidenced by historical events such as flash floods and river flooding. The presence of fault lines and the nearby Coosa River may contribute to the risk of earthquakes and flooding. The county also has several water bodies, including Lake Martin and the Tallapoosa River, which can exacerbate flooding ...
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2021-10-06Flooding
Tropical Storm Claudette
2021-06-19Flooding
Tropical Storm Sally
2020-09-15Flooding
Heavy Rain
2020-02-10Hailstorm
2020-01-11
Hailstorm
2019-05-04
Hailstorm
2019-05-04
Hailstorm
2019-05-01
Hailstorm
2018-06-22
Tornado
2017-01-21
Hailstorm
2014-04-30
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2014-04-01Hailstorm
2012-06-14
Hailstorm
2012-03-23
Tornado
2011-04-27
Tornado
2011-04-15
Tornado
2010-11-30
Hailstorm
2010-03-10
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2010-03-10Flooding
Heavy Rain
2009-12-12Flooding
Tropical Storm Ida
2009-11-10Flooding
Heavy Rain
2009-09-21Hailstorm
2007-08-17
Hailstorm
2007-04-11
Hailstorm
2006-03-20
Hailstorm
2005-12-28
Tornado
2005-11-28
Hailstorm
2005-04-22
Hailstorm
2005-04-22
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-05-06Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-02-22Hailstorm
2002-06-04
Hailstorm
2001-06-04
Hailstorm
2001-06-03
Hailstorm
2000-03-10
Hailstorm
1999-08-20
Hailstorm
1999-05-13
Tornado
1998-09-28
Hailstorm
1998-05-03
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1998-03-07Hailstorm
1997-04-22
Hailstorm
1997-03-13
Hailstorm
1997-01-08
Hailstorm
1996-06-13
Hailstorm
1996-03-18
Hailstorm
1996-03-18
Hailstorm
1996-03-16
Hurricane Alberto
1994-07-07
Flooding
Torrential Rain
1994-03-24Hailstorm
1988-05-10
Hailstorm
1984-05-03
Hailstorm
1984-05-03
Hailstorm
1984-04-19
Tornado
1983-04-23
Hailstorm
1982-04-26
Hailstorm
1980-07-17
Tornado
1979-05-04
Tornado
1976-03-12
Hurricane King
1950-10-20