Hazard Score
73 Catastrophes Recorded
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Very Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Very Low
HAZARDS
16
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
6
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
4
Hazard Shelters
4
Fire Stations
0
Hospitals
1
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Arapahoe County, Colorado, is at a moderate risk for natural disasters based on hazard risk indexes. The area faces relatively high risks from extreme weather events, including hailstorms and tornadoes. The county has a high population density and significant property values, increasing the potential impact of natural disasters. Additionally, the region experiences frequent lightning strikes, posing a risk to residents and infrastructure.
Specific climate factors in Arapahoe County, such as high wind events and wildfires, contribute to the overall hazard risk. The area is also prone to flooding, with a relatively low risk compared to other natural disasters. The county's proximity to mountain peaks and water bodies increases the susceptibility to flash floods and landslides. Historical events have demonstrated the impact of severe weather in the region, highlighting the importance of preparedness and mitigation measures.
Geological features in the area, including fault lines and nearby water bodies, further ...
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Hailstorm
2019-07-22
Hailstorm
2019-07-04
Hailstorm
2018-06-19
Hailstorm
2018-05-14
Hailstorm
2016-07-15
Hailstorm
2016-07-15
Hailstorm
2016-05-26
Hailstorm
2015-06-17
Hailstorm
2015-06-05
Hailstorm
2015-06-03
Hailstorm
2015-06-03
Hailstorm
2015-06-03
Hailstorm
2014-06-14
Flooding
Monsoon Rain
2013-09-12Hailstorm
2012-06-06
Hailstorm
2012-06-06
Hailstorm
2012-06-06
Hailstorm
2011-06-30
Hailstorm
2010-06-10
Hailstorm
2010-06-10
Hailstorm
2010-06-10
Hailstorm
2010-06-10
Hailstorm
2010-06-10
Hailstorm
2010-06-08
Hailstorm
2010-06-08
Hailstorm
2009-08-17
Hailstorm
2009-08-17
Hailstorm
2009-08-17
Hailstorm
2008-08-05
Hailstorm
2004-08-30
Hailstorm
2003-06-29
Hailstorm
2003-06-17
Hailstorm
2003-06-10
Hailstorm
2003-05-24
Hailstorm
2003-04-29
Hailstorm
2002-07-10
Hailstorm
2002-07-10
Hailstorm
2002-06-03
Hailstorm
2002-06-03
Hailstorm
2001-07-25
Hailstorm
2001-06-03
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1999-04-29Hailstorm
1998-06-08
Hailstorm
1998-05-11
Tornado
1997-07-28
Tornado
1997-06-12
Hailstorm
1996-08-29
Tornado
1995-05-12
Tornado
1994-07-15
Hailstorm
1992-06-26
Hailstorm
1992-06-11
Hailstorm
1991-06-21
Hailstorm
1991-06-21
Hailstorm
1991-06-21
Tornado
1990-08-01
Hailstorm
1988-06-13
Hailstorm
1986-08-02
Hailstorm
1984-08-12
Tornado
1984-06-16
Tornado
1984-06-03
Hailstorm
1983-07-23
Hailstorm
1983-07-23
Hailstorm
1983-07-21
Tornado
1983-06-13
Tornado
1982-07-13
Hailstorm
1980-07-16
Tornado
1979-03-29
Tornado
1978-08-01
Tornado
1978-05-17
Tornado
1967-06-14
Tornado
1965-06-16
Hailstorm
1961-05-31
Tornado
1954-06-06