Hazard Score
162 Catastrophes Recorded
El-Monte, California
18 Land Tracts in Los Angeles County , Los Angeles Watershed
El-Monte, California, located in Los Angeles County, faces a very high risk of natural disasters and climate-related hazards. The area is prone to wildfires due to its dry climate and high temperatures. Additionally, El-Monte is situated near fault lines, including the San Andreas Fault, increasing the risk of earthquakes. The region's mountainous terrain can lead to mudslides and flash floods during heavy precipitation events.
The coastal proximity of El-Monte further exacerbates the hazard risk, as the area is vulnerable to storm surges and tsunamis. The Ventura-San Gabriel Coastal hydrologic unit and Southern California Coastal subregion contribute to the risk of flooding in the region. With a relatively high population density and limited evacuation routes, El-Monte faces challenges in managing natural disaster risks effectively. Historical events, such as the 1971 Sylmar earthquake and the 2018 Woolsey Fire, serve as reminders of the potential devastation that can occur in this area.
In summary, El-Monte, California, is highly susceptible to a variety of natural disasters and climate-related hazards due to its geographic location and environmental factors. The combination of wildfires, earthquakes, flooding, and coastal risks poses a significant threat to the safety and well-being of the local population. It is essential for residents and authorities to be prepared for emergencies and to implement effective mitigation strategies to reduce the impact of potential disasters in the region.
HAZARDS
4
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
0
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
11
Hazard Shelters
1
Fire Stations
0
Hospitals
1
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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2020-01-12
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2019-12-28
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2019-05-24
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2019-04-12
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2019-04-05
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2019-03-15
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2019-03-02
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2019-01-24
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2019-01-23
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2018-12-23
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2018-03-28
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2017-09-09
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2017-05-23
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2017-05-20
Flooding
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2017-01-20Flooding
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2003-02-12Flooding
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