Hazard Score
153 Catastrophes Recorded
Carson, California
20 Land Tracts in Los Angeles County , Santa Monica Bay Watershed
Carson, California, located in Los Angeles County, faces a variety of natural disaster risks due to its proximity to the Southern California Coast and the Santa Monica Bay. The area is susceptible to moderate levels of flooding and hurricanes, as well as high levels of wildfires and earthquakes. The city is situated near fault lines, such as the San Andreas Fault, which increases the likelihood of seismic activity. Additionally, Carson's climate features relatively high temperatures and humidity levels, contributing to the risk of wildfires during dry seasons.
The region's geological features, including nearby mountain peaks and water bodies, further impact hazard risk in Carson. The city's location near the coast exposes it to potential tsunamis and storm surges, especially during extreme weather events. The Ventura-San Gabriel Coastal hydrologic accounting unit and the Santa Monica Bay hydrologic unit also play a role in determining flood risks in the area. Historical events, such as past wildfires and earthquakes in the region, serve as evidence of the potential dangers that Carson faces from natural disasters.
Overall, Carson, California faces a very high risk of natural disasters, particularly in terms of wildfires, earthquakes, and flooding. The combination of climate factors, geological features, and the city's proximity to fault lines and water bodies all contribute to the elevated hazard levels in the area. It is crucial for residents and officials in Carson to be prepared for a range of potential disasters and to have emergency plans in place to mitigate the impact of these risks.
HAZARDS
22
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
0
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
9
Hazard Shelters
1
Fire Stations
0
Hospitals
0
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Los Angeles, California faces a very high risk of natural disasters and climate-related hazards based on the hazard risk indexes provided. The risk value for the area is 5326192908.08, with a very high risk rating of 100.0. Specific hazards include wildfires, with an expected annual loss of 11649509.6818 and a relatively high risk rating of 97.6, as well as flooding, with a risk value of 4341457.4843 and a relatively moderate risk rating of 90.8.
The area is also prone to hailstorms, with a risk value of 99450.352508 and a relatively low risk rating of 48.1, as well as lightning strikes, with a risk value of 1104706.98685 and a relatively high risk rating of 95.0. The region's proximity to fault lines, mountain peaks, and water bodies further increases the risk of seismic activity, landslides, and tsunamis. The city's coastal location exposes it to the risk of hurricanes and storm surges, ...
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