Hazard Score
66 Catastrophes Recorded
Wildfire Risk: Very High
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Moderate
Earthquake Risk: Very High
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
5
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
0
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
0
Hazard Shelters
3
Fire Stations
0
Hospitals
0
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Riverside, California faces a very high risk of natural disasters and climate events, with a risk rating of 99.94. The area is prone to a variety of hazards, including droughts, wildfires, floods, hail, high winds, and thunderstorms. These events have historically caused significant economic losses and disruptions to the local population.
The region's geographical features, such as mountain peaks, fault lines, and proximity to water bodies, contribute to its vulnerability to natural disasters. Riverside is located near the San Andreas Fault, which increases the risk of earthquakes. The area also experiences flash floods due to its proximity to the Santa Ana River and its tributaries. Additionally, the presence of mountainous terrain can exacerbate the impact of wildfires and landslides.
Climate change is expected to further exacerbate the risk of natural disasters in Riverside, with increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events. As such, it is crucial for ...
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Corporate Wy Pdes
2023-07-17
Fred Waring Dr Pdes
2023-07-15
Fred Waring Dr / Painters Path
2023-07-05
Primrose Dr Pdes
2023-06-23
Portola
2023-06-11
El Paseo Pdes
2023-06-03
Borrego Dr Pdes
2023-05-24
Hy 111 Pdes
2023-05-05
Quail Trl Pdes
2023-04-27
Fred Waring Dr Pdes
2023-03-27
Santa Rosa Wy Pdes
2023-03-26
Civic Center Park Pdes
2023-03-19
Civic Center Park Pdes
2023-03-19
San Pablo Av / Catalina Wy
2023-03-19
Hy 74 / Monterey Av
2023-03-09
Hy 111 / Monterey Av
2023-02-25
Cook St / Gerald Ford Dr
2023-02-24
Cook St / Gerald Ford Dr
2023-02-19
Hy 111 Pdes
2022-12-25
Hy 111 Pdes
2022-12-24
Santa Rosa Wy Pdes
2022-12-21
San Gorgonio Wy / San Pablo Av
2022-12-05
Fred Waring Dr / Portola Av
2022-11-27
Rosa
2022-11-02
Hy 111 / Parkview Dr
2022-10-31
El Paseo Pdes
2022-10-01
Royal Palm Dr Pdes
2022-08-30
Corporate Wy / Hovley Ln E
2022-08-25
El Paseo Pdes
2022-08-15
Edgehill Dr / Painters Path
2022-08-14
Hy 111 / Monterey Av
2022-08-11
Serena Dr Pdes
2022-07-20
Clancy
2022-07-18
Indian Canyon Ln Pdes
2022-06-30
Edgehill Dr / Vista Paseo
2022-06-26
Stn33 Pdes
2022-06-24
Town Center Wy / Hy 111
2022-06-18
Portola Av / Fred Waring Dr
2022-06-18
El Paseo Pdes
2022-06-14
Hy 111 Pdes
2022-06-07
Acacia
2022-05-15
Hy 111 / San Luis Rey Av
2022-03-31
Silver Spur Mhp Pdes
2022-03-21
Hovley Ln E Pdes
2022-03-15
Goleta
2022-02-27
Monterey Av Pdes
2022-02-05
Mesquite Hills Pdes
2022-02-05
Hy 111 / Desert Crossing Shopping Center
2022-02-01
San Jose Av / De Anza Wy
2022-01-30
Town Center Wy / El Paseo
2022-01-18
El Paseo Pdes
2022-01-15
Hy 111 Pdes
2022-01-03
North View Dr Pdes
2021-12-29
Acacia Dr Pdes
2021-12-18
Sunset Ln / El Camino
2021-11-12
Alessandro Dr / Santa Ynez Av
2021-10-26
Hy 111 Pdes
2021-10-11
Mariposa Dr Pdes
2021-10-10
Alessandro Dr Pdes
2021-09-27
Hy 74 / Canyon Dr
2021-08-31
San Pasqual Av / De Anza Wy
2021-08-22
Mariposa Dr Pdes
2021-07-18
Lennon Pl Pdes
2021-07-10
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2014-12-01Court
2014-11-27
Hurricane Hyacinth
1972-09-07