Hazard Score
54 Catastrophes Recorded
Sunol, California
7 Land Tracts in Alameda County , San Francisco Bay Watershed
Sunol, California, located in Alameda County, faces very high risk levels for natural disasters and climate events. The area is prone to wildfires due to its relatively high drought risk, with dry conditions and strong winds creating favorable conditions for rapid fire spread. Additionally, Sunol is at a relatively high risk for flooding, as its proximity to water bodies like the San Francisco Bay increases the likelihood of inundation during heavy precipitation events.
The region's geological features further contribute to its hazard risk. Sunol lies near fault lines, such as the Hayward Fault, which poses a significant earthquake risk. The surrounding mountain peaks can exacerbate landslide potential during heavy rainfall events, further increasing the area's vulnerability to natural disasters. Furthermore, the relatively moderate risk for tsunamis along the California coastline adds another layer of hazard exposure for Sunol residents.
Given Sunol's very high population density and its location within a hydrologic unit like the San Francisco Bay, the potential impact of natural disasters is magnified. The combination of these factors heightens the risk for widespread devastation in the event of a major disaster. Historical events, such as the 1906 San Francisco earthquake and subsequent fires, underscore the region's susceptibility to catastrophic events and emphasize the importance of preparedness and resilience measures in Sunol and its surrounding areas.
HAZARDS
17
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
1
Water Bodies
2
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
1
Hazard Shelters
1
Fire Stations
0
Hospitals
0
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Alameda, California, located in Alameda County, faces a very high overall risk score of 99.87, with a very high environmental and all risk level rating of 96.55 and 99.91, respectively. The county has a very high risk rating for earthquakes, with a risk value of 1.33 billion, and a relatively high risk rating for landslides with a risk value of 299,284.18. The area also experiences relatively low risks from hailstorms, wildfires, and tornados.
The specific climate factors in Alameda include a relatively moderate SOVI score of 51.5 and a very high ERQK risk rating of 99.94, indicating a high risk of earthquakes. The county also faces a relatively high risk of landslides, with a risk value of 299,284.18, and a relatively high risk of floods, with a risk value of 19.12 million. Additionally, Alameda has a very low risk of wildfires, with a risk value of 5.68 million.
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Little
2023-06-16
Calaveras
2023-06-01
Ruby
2022-10-05
Andrade
2022-07-25
Turner
2022-07-01
Koopman
2022-06-23
Canyon
2022-06-23
Niles
2021-10-03
Railroad Av Sunol_Area
2021-10-02
C28
2021-09-18
Vallecitos
2021-08-08
Sheridan
2021-08-03
Sunol
2021-08-01
Geary
2021-06-23
Kilkare
2021-05-30
Calaveras 2
2021-05-24
Calaveras 1
2021-05-23
Andrade
2021-05-05
Vallecitos
2021-05-04
Vallecitos
2020-12-20
Vallecitos Ln / Vallecito
2020-12-20
Carver
2020-10-14
4-3
2020-08-16
4-2
2020-08-16
4-5
2020-08-16
Calaveras
2020-08-06
Calaveras
2020-08-05
Sheridan
2020-07-04
Ruby
2020-07-04
Koopman
2020-06-21
Ranch
2020-06-17
Isabel
2020-06-12
Vallecitos
2020-06-12
Valecitos
2020-05-13
Vallecitos Ln Sunol_Area
2020-02-27
Ranch
2019-10-16
Little
2019-10-08
Sheridan
2019-09-30
Vallecitos
2019-09-09
Indian
2019-08-28
Vallecitos
2019-07-29
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2017-02-16Flooding
Heavy Rain
2017-01-04Flooding
Heavy Rain
2016-03-05Flooding
Torrential Rain
2014-12-11Flooding
Heavy Rain
2010-12-19Flooding
Torrential Rain
2010-01-18Flooding
Heavy Rain
2006-04-04Flooding
Heavy Rain
2005-12-31Flooding
Tropical Cyclone
1998-02-03Flooding
Heavy Rain
1997-01-01Flooding
Heavy Rain
1996-12-26Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
1995-03-08Flooding
Heavy Rain
1995-01-03