Greene County, Arkansas Hazard Report | Natural Catastrophe And Climate Risk

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Hazard Score

135 Catastrophes Recorded

Historical_Hail

Historical_Tornadoes

Historical_Floods

Historical_Wind

115

Greene County, Arkansas

0 Cities with a Population of 45,897, and 16,425 Households

Greene County, Arkansas, with a population of 45,653, faces relatively low natural disaster risks with a risk rating of 78.68 out of 100. The most significant hazards include thunderstorms and hail events, with a risk value of 223,952 and 28,477 respectively. The county also experiences moderate risk from tornadoes with a risk value of 1,201,875. The county's topography, with an elevation of 585.23 meters, contributes to the area's vulnerability to these hazards.

Specific climate factors in Greene County, Arkansas, such as frequent lightning events with an annual frequency of 94.89%, can increase the likelihood of wildfires. Additionally, the county's proximity to the New Madrid Seismic Zone raises the risk of earthquakes, although the frequency is relatively low at 0.46%. The county's relatively flat terrain and location inland mitigate the risk of hurricanes and tsunamis. The presence of fault lines and the county's history of tornado events further contribute to the overall hazard risk.

Geological features in Greene County, Arkansas, include the St. Francis River, which can lead to flooding events, although the area experiences a relatively low risk score of 35.61 for flooding. The county's overall risk rating of relatively low is supported by the low occurrence of tsunamis and volcanoes in the region. Despite the presence of some risk factors, Greene County's overall hazard risk is relatively low, making it a generally safe place to live in terms of natural disasters and climate-related events.

Wildfire Risk: Very Low

Tornado Risk: Low

Hurricane Risk: Very Low

Hail Risk: Very Low

Flood Risk: High

Tsunami Risk: Very Low

Earthquake Risk: Very Low

Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

33

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

12

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

4

Hazard Shelters

11

Fire Stations

1

Hospitals

3

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Greene County, located in Arkansas, has a population of 45,897 with a population density of 79.2 people per square mile. The racial composition of the county is predominantly White, with 40,578 residents, followed by Black (233), American Indian or Alaska Native (209), Asian (108), Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander (7), Hispanic (901), and individuals of multiple races (565). The county has a slightly higher population of females (21,448) compared to males (20,642), with a median age of 37.8 years. The county has a total of 16,425 households, with an average household size of 2.53. The most common household type is married couples with children (3,775), followed by married couples without children (5,021), and female-headed households with children (1,378).

In comparison to other counties in Arkansas, Greene County has a relatively high population density of 79.2 people per square mile, which is above the state average. The county has a diverse population, with a significant White majority but also notable representation from other racial and ethnic groups. The median age of 37.8 years is slightly lower than the state average, indicating a relatively young population. The average household size of 2.53 is slightly below the state average, suggesting smaller household sizes in Greene County. Additionally, the county has a significant number of farms (631 in 2017), with an average farm size of 414 acres and a total crop acreage of 214,664 acres in 2017, showcasing the importance of agriculture in the county's economy.

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CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

15 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

1236 mm Moderately High

Average Humidity

84% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness

7/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Tornado

2017-03-25

Hailstorm

2017-03-17

Hailstorm

2016-06-15

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Flooding

2008-09-12

Hailstorm

2008-07-22

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Heavy Rain

Hailstorm

2002-08-24

Hailstorm

2002-04-30

Flooding

Heavy Rain

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