Hazard Score
158 Catastrophes Recorded
Mount-Shasta, California
7 Land Tracts in Siskiyou County , Sacramento headwaters Watershed
Mount Shasta, located in Siskiyou County, California, faces a relatively moderate overall natural disaster and climate risk due to its geological and climatic factors. The area experiences a high level of precipitation, averaging 1093.03 mm annually, which can lead to potential flooding and landslides, especially in the mountainous terrain. Additionally, the region's relatively high humidity of 65% can contribute to the risk of wildfires during dry seasons.
Mount Shasta's proximity to the Sacramento headwaters and Upper Sacramento hydrologic units exposes it to potential flooding risks, particularly during heavy rainfall events. The region's location near fault lines and volcanic activity, as indicated by the SWND_RISKR rating, presents a moderate earthquake and volcanic risk. Historical events in the area, such as the 1993 Klamath Falls earthquake and ongoing volcanic activity in the Cascade Range, highlight the potential hazards posed by these geological features.
Furthermore, Mount Shasta's location in a relatively low coastal and wetland risk zone, along with its moderate lightning risk and relatively low windwave risk, indicates a lower likelihood of coastal storm surge or tsunamis. However, the area's relatively high wildfire risk, as indicated by the WFIR_RISKR rating, underscores the importance of preparedness and mitigation strategies to address the potential impact of wildfires on the community and surrounding natural environment.
Wildfire Risk: Very High
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Moderate
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Very Low
HAZARDS
9
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
1
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
4
Hazard Shelters
5
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
1
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Siskiyou County in California faces a relatively moderate risk of natural disasters, with a risk score of 90.61. The area is susceptible to events such as wildfires, floods, and landslides. Wildfire events have an annual frequency of 10.98% in the region, with a risk score of 35.63. This is due to the presence of dry conditions, high winds, and dense vegetation in the area.
The county is also prone to earthquake events with a risk rating of relatively high at 99.52. Siskiyou County is located near fault lines, including the Cascadia Subduction Zone, which increases the risk of seismic activity. Additionally, the region experiences lightning events with a risk score of 31.66, further adding to the natural disaster risk. The presence of mountain peaks and water bodies in the area can influence the intensity and frequency of weather-related hazards.
Furthermore, Siskiyou County's proximity to the Pacific coastline exposes ...
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Sand
2023-07-12
Butte
2023-05-20
2023 Smmu Pile Rx
2023-05-02
Mcbride Understory Rx
2023-04-28
Stage
2023-04-23
Butte
2023-02-13
2022 Smmu Rx
2022-11-01
Laura
2022-10-17
Loop
2022-09-10
Bear
2022-07-26
Campground
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Red
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Shore
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Ridge 5
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Ridge 4
2022-06-27
Ridge 2
2022-06-27
Ridge 3
2022-06-27
Ridge
2022-06-26
Lake
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Stage
2022-04-11
Truck
2022-02-26
Union
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Lennon
2022-02-05
Lake
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Graffiti
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Scales
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Cold
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Summit
2021-08-25
Everett
2021-07-21
Cascade
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Red
2021-07-04
Dale
2021-06-29
Zot
2021-06-25
Twin
2021-06-25
Flat
2021-06-21
Sand
2021-06-15
Shasta
2021-06-07
Deer
2021-05-15
Lombardi
2021-05-12
Fredrick
2021-04-13
Siskiyou
2021-02-26
Power
2021-02-25
Memorial
2020-10-02
Wayside
2020-09-20
North
2020-09-04
Bunny
2020-09-03
Fir
2020-08-29
Siskiyou 2
2020-08-09
Mcbride
2020-07-14
Castle
2020-07-11
Stage
2020-07-02
Sand
2020-06-29
Azalea
2020-06-26
Bear
2020-06-18
Mott
2020-02-26
Mott 2
2020-02-26
12/4 Elk Replacement/Frosty Piles Rx
2019-12-04
12/3 Elk Replacement/Frosty Piles Rx
2019-12-02
Mountain Thin Rx
2019-11-25
Davis
2019-11-09
Sandflat
2019-09-08
Lake
2019-09-06
Trail
2019-08-02
Arrow
2019-07-11
Deetz
2019-06-08
Twin
2019-05-13
Mountain Thin Rx
2018-11-28
Mountain Thin Rx
2018-11-26
Bunny
2018-11-12
Jakes
2018-09-01
Abrans
2018-08-12
Porcupine
2018-08-08
Rainbow
2018-07-23
Blue
2018-07-17
Sand
2018-07-09
Plantation
2018-07-06
Morgan
2018-06-29
Sacramento
2018-06-27
Mcbride
2018-06-20
Ney
2018-06-04
Shasta
2018-05-27
Hill
2017-10-23
Everitt
2017-09-13
Snowmans
2017-08-30
Pierce
2017-08-08
Spring
2017-08-02
Sand
2017-07-18
Red
2017-07-17
Mott
2017-07-17
Ney
2017-07-16
Spark
2017-07-16
Box
2017-07-16
Gumboot
2017-07-14
Jack
2017-07-12
Cross
2017-07-09
Green
2017-06-23
Mott
2017-06-19
Eagles
2017-05-10
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2017-01-04Creek
2016-09-24
Shastice
2016-09-17
Ski
2016-09-06
Azalea
2016-08-28
Camp
2016-08-18
Tree
2016-08-09
Fir
2016-08-06
Brown
2016-08-01
Fork
2016-07-26
Siskiyou
2016-07-25
Quail
2016-07-15
Abrams
2016-07-15
Deer
2016-07-15
Sand
2016-07-13
Red
2016-06-28
Toad
2016-06-11
Spring
2016-06-06
Rainbow
2016-06-06
Mcbride
2016-05-19
Barr
2016-03-06
Twin
2015-10-04
Bunny
2015-09-19
Memorial
2015-09-07
Church
2015-08-21
Sand
2015-08-10
Red
2015-08-08
Everitt
2015-07-25
Alpine
2015-07-22
Gumboot
2015-07-21
Scott
2015-07-19
Porcupine
2015-07-13
Morgan
2015-06-10
North
2015-05-06
Avalanche
2014-09-17
Blackbutte
2014-08-06
Castle
2014-08-05
Stink
2014-08-05
Alpine
2014-07-28
Canyon
2014-07-18
Quail
2014-07-12
Pioneer
2014-07-12
Camp
2014-07-06
Sacramento
2014-07-06
Toad
2014-07-03
Rainbow
2014-07-03
Twin
2014-07-03
Utl Spring
2014-06-26
South
2014-06-25
Bunny
2014-06-24
Fir
2014-06-23
Bunny
2014-06-23
Ney
2014-05-31
Red
2014-05-30
Shf Budda
2014-05-28
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