Hazard Score
64 Catastrophes Recorded
Castella, California
2 Land Tracts in Shasta County , Sacramento headwaters Watershed
Castella, California, located in Shasta County, faces relatively high risks of earthquakes and landslides due to its proximity to the tectonically active Pacific Plate boundary. The area is part of the Sacramento hydrologic region, with the Sacramento headwaters and Upper Sacramento hydrologic units nearby, making it susceptible to flooding during heavy precipitation events. The region's mountainous terrain also increases the likelihood of wildfires during dry and windy conditions.
The climate in Castella is characterized by relatively moderate temperatures and moderate precipitation levels. However, the area's proximity to the coast and mountain peaks can amplify weather events, leading to localized extreme conditions. Past events like the 2014 Boles Fire and the 2020 North Complex Fire in nearby counties serve as reminders of the significant wildfire risk in the region. Additionally, the potential for droughts and heatwaves in California further compound the natural disaster risks faced by Castella.
While the coastal location of Castella may offer some respite from inland weather extremes, the area's geological features and proximity to fault lines present unique challenges. With a relatively high population density and limited infrastructure, emergency preparedness and mitigation efforts are crucial to reducing the impact of natural disasters on the community. Overall, a comprehensive risk assessment of Castella should consider a combination of climate factors, geological features, historical events, and nearby hazards to ensure effective disaster management and resilience planning.
Wildfire Risk: High
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Very Low
HAZARDS
1
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
0
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
1
Hazard Shelters
1
Fire Stations
0
Hospitals
0
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Shasta County in California has a relatively moderate risk assessment with a risk score of 95.29, indicating a moderate level of vulnerability to natural disasters and climate risks. The county has a population of 181,918 and a total building value of $37,289,178,928, with an agricultural value of $71,373,021. The area encompasses 3,886.24 square kilometers and has a risk value of $103,163,968.987, with a risk rating of "Relatively Moderate."
Specific climate factors in Shasta County include a high wildfire risk with a frequency of 9.41 events per year, as well as a low earthquake risk with 0.19 events per year. The county is characterized by mountain peaks, water bodies, and fault lines, which can contribute to the occurrence of natural disasters such as wildfires, landslides, and earthquakes. Nearby geological features like Mount Shasta and the Sacramento River also play a role in influencing hazard risks in the region.
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Root
2023-07-17
Flume
2023-06-29
Pacific
2022-10-30
Friday
2022-09-24
Reservoir
2022-09-18
Sweet
2022-09-18
Mccloud
2022-08-03
Conant
2022-07-31
Castle
2022-06-15
Sims
2022-05-20
Sims
2021-11-25
Popcorn
2021-08-27
Crest
2021-08-27
Crags
2021-08-23
Sweetbriar
2021-07-07
Castle
2021-07-05
Echo
2021-06-19
Sulpher
2021-06-07
Castella
2021-04-06
Dog
2020-08-28
Bald
2020-07-28
Flume
2020-07-27
Kettle
2020-07-23
Castella
2019-09-12
Skunk 4-2
2019-08-14
Sims
2018-08-05
Flume
2018-07-12
Reservoir
2017-08-23
Sims
2017-08-12
Gibson
2017-07-25
Flume
2017-05-27
River
2017-05-20
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2017-01-04Highway
2016-05-31
Sims
2015-10-29
Gibson
2015-09-27
Dome
2015-09-08
Waterview
2015-09-05
Loop
2015-09-03
Main
2015-09-03
Castella
2015-08-21
Pine Creek # 7
2015-07-16
Cabin
2015-07-05
Spork
2015-07-05
Flume
2015-07-05
Flume
2015-07-05
Castlecrag
2015-07-04
Castle
2015-06-23
Beartrap
2015-06-11
Grey
2015-06-11
Bald
2015-06-10
Red Rock 3
2015-06-04
Flat
2015-05-31
Shotgun
2015-05-28
Hostler #1
2015-03-10
Bridge #2
2015-03-08
Marshall 1
2015-03-08
Hazel
2014-08-06
Valley
2014-06-28
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2010-12-19Flooding
Heavy Rain
2005-12-31Flooding
Heavy Rain
1997-01-01Flooding
Heavy Rain
1996-12-26Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
1995-03-08