Wildfire Risk: Low


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

0

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

0

Water Bodies

1

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

1

Hazard Shelters

2

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Sierra County, California has a very low overall hazard risk rating, with specific risks such as wildfires, landslides, lightning, and winter storms contributing to the risk profile. The area experiences a relatively low frequency of natural disasters, with notable events including wildfires and landslides. The county is characterized by its mountainous terrain and proximity to water bodies, which can increase the risk of landslides and flooding during heavy rainfall or snowmelt.

Sierra County is not located near fault lines or coastlines, which reduces the risk of earthquakes and tsunamis. However, the presence of mountain peaks and water bodies can contribute to localized hazards such as wildfires and winter storms. The county's risk assessment reflects the historical data of events such as wildfires and landslides, which have impacted the area in the past. Overall, the geological features of Sierra County play a significant role in shaping the hazard risks faced ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
9 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
678 mm Moderately Low

Average Humidity
63% Moderate

Plant Hardiness
7/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

River

2023-06-09

Spring

2023-05-19

Hawk

2022-05-15

Clio

2022-05-02

Valley

2020-06-19

White Hawk Rx

2019-12-06

Whitehawk

2019-06-12

Whitehawk Ranch Pvt Pile Burn

2019-06-03

Calf

2017-09-18

Sulpher

2017-09-12

Trussell

2017-08-04

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2017-02-16

Pnf Whitehawk

2014-07-01

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2005-12-31

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1997-01-01

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1996-12-26

Flooding

Rain And Snowmelt

1995-03-08