Wildfire Risk: Very Low


Tornado Risk: Very Low


Hurricane Risk: Low


Hail Risk: Low


Flood Risk: Low


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Very Low


Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

7

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

2

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

0

Hazard Shelters

3

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

1

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Lafayette County in Arkansas faces very low to moderate risk of natural disasters, with a risk score of 30.32, mainly due to events like thunderstorms, hail, and flooding. The area is prone to lightning strikes, hailstorms, and strong winds, with a relatively low to moderate expected annual loss. Lafayette County does not face significant risk from tropical storms, hurricanes, tsunamis, or volcanic activity. The county's topography, including fault lines, mountain peaks, and water bodies, contributes to its overall risk profile.

The county's relatively low risk rating is influenced by its inland location, lack of coastline, and minimal exposure to extreme weather events. Lafayette County has a diverse natural landscape, with forests, rivers, and agricultural lands, which can be impacted by flooding and storms. While the risk of wildfires is relatively low, lightning strikes are a notable concern, as evidenced by historical events and the high frequency of lightning strikes ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
18 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
1334 mm Very High

Average Humidity
78% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness
8/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Hailstorm

2020-04-28

Hailstorm

2020-04-12

Flooding

Tropical Storm Harvey

2017-08-25

Hurricane Cindy

2017-06-24

Tornado

2016-04-29

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2016-04-18

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2015-05-05

Hailstorm

2012-04-03

Flooding

Tropical Storm Ike

2008-09-12

Flooding

Hurricane Gustav

2008-09-01

Flooding

Rain And Snowmelt

2008-03-17

Hailstorm

2008-02-25

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2007-08-16

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2007-01-15

Hailstorm

2006-05-13

Hailstorm

2006-05-13

Hailstorm

2006-05-04

Hailstorm

2005-04-26

Hailstorm

2005-04-26

Hailstorm

2003-05-13

Hailstorm

2000-05-12

Hailstorm

2000-03-26

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1999-02-01

Hailstorm

1999-01-21

Hailstorm

1998-05-28

Hailstorm

1994-05-14

Hailstorm

1993-03-30

Hailstorm

1992-03-05

Hailstorm

1990-05-16

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1990-04-26

Hailstorm

1990-04-05

Hailstorm

1989-11-08

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1989-03-29

Hailstorm

1985-04-30

Hailstorm

1984-05-03

Hailstorm

1976-05-14

Hailstorm

1972-03-28