HAZARDS

8

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

1

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

2

Hazard Shelters

2

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

New London, Connecticut faces a relatively moderate overall natural disaster and climate risk, with a risk score of 87.37. Specific hazards include flooding events with a risk rating of relatively high, lightning with a relatively high risk rating, and hurricanes with a relatively moderate risk rating. The area also experiences hail events with a very low risk rating.

The region's proximity to the coast increases the risk of hurricanes and flooding events, while its susceptibility to lightning strikes is influenced by its geographical location. The presence of fault lines and mountain peaks in the region can also contribute to the overall hazard risk. Historical events, such as past hurricanes and flooding incidents, serve as evidence of the area's vulnerability to natural disasters.

While the risk of certain events like wildfires is relatively low, the overall hazard risk in New London, Connecticut is influenced by a combination of climate ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
11 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
1321 mm Very High

Average Humidity
76% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness
6/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Flooding

Tropical Storm Irene

2011-08-27

Hailstorm

2011-06-01

Flooding

Heavy Rain And Snow

2011-03-07

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2010-03-27

Flooding

Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B

2010-03-10

Hailstorm

2008-07-02

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2007-04-15

Hurricane Gordon

2000-09-21