Hazard Score
202 Catastrophes Recorded
Cherokee County, Georgia
1 Cities with a Population of 267,435, and 75,936 Households
Cherokee County, Georgia, faces relatively low to moderate risk levels for various natural disasters. The county has experienced events such as thunderstorms, hail, and flooding, with some events resulting in significant economic losses. The area also has a relatively high risk for tornadoes and strong winds, which can cause damage to properties and infrastructure. Additionally, the county has a low risk for wildfires, with occasional events that can impact the region.
Specific climate factors in Cherokee County, Georgia, contribute to the occurrence of natural disasters. The area's topography, including mountain peaks and water bodies, can influence weather patterns and increase the risk of certain hazards. The county's proximity to fault lines and geological features may also contribute to the occurrence of earthquakes, although the risk level for this hazard is relatively low. The presence of coastlines in nearby regions may increase the risk of hurricanes and tropical storms affecting the area.
Historical events in Cherokee County, Georgia, indicate a pattern of various natural disasters impacting the region. The county's vulnerability to thunderstorms, hail, flooding, and tornadoes has been demonstrated through past events that have caused damage and disruption. The combination of climate factors, geological features, and proximity to coastlines increases the overall hazard risk for the area, highlighting the importance of preparedness and mitigation efforts to reduce the impact of future disasters.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
52
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
97
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
20
Hazard Shelters
29
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
5
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Cherokee County, Georgia, has a population of 267,435 with a population density of 615.7 people per square mile. The population has significantly increased since 2010, with a population growth rate of 24.8%. The county is predominantly white, with 69.3% of the population identifying as White, 4.5% Black, 1.1% Asian, and 7.7% Hispanic. The median age in Cherokee County is 36.2 years, with a slightly higher percentage of females than males. The county has a relatively high average household size of 2.8 people and a high percentage of families at 76.2%.
In comparison to other counties in Georgia, Cherokee County has a higher population density and average household size. It also has a higher percentage of White residents compared to the state average of 54.1%. The county has a lower percentage of Black residents compared to the state average of 32.4%. Additionally, Cherokee County has a lower percentage of Hispanic residents compared to the state average of 9.9%. Overall, Cherokee County stands out for its growing population, high average household size, and demographic composition.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Hurricane Fred
2021-08-20
Flooding
Tropical Storm Claudette
2021-06-19Flooding
Tropical Storm Sally
2020-09-15Hailstorm
2020-07-25
Hailstorm
2020-07-25
Hailstorm
2020-07-25
Hailstorm
2020-06-14
Tornado
2020-04-12
Flooding
Tropical Storm Michael
2018-10-10Hailstorm
2018-07-21
Low Cut Fire
2016-11-22
Hailstorm
2016-07-11
Hailstorm
2016-06-17
Hailstorm
2016-04-06
Hailstorm
2016-04-06
Hailstorm
2016-04-06
Hailstorm
2016-04-06
Hailstorm
2015-09-03
Hailstorm
2015-06-26
Hailstorm
2015-04-20
Hailstorm
2015-04-20
Tornado
2014-01-11
Tornado
2013-06-13
Tornado
2013-06-13
Hailstorm
2012-05-29
Hailstorm
2012-05-06
Hailstorm
2012-04-17
Hailstorm
2012-03-02
Hailstorm
2012-03-02
Hailstorm
2011-11-16
Tornado
2011-09-05
Hailstorm
2011-08-08
Hailstorm
2011-06-15
Hailstorm
2011-06-15
Hailstorm
2011-05-26
Hailstorm
2011-04-25
Hailstorm
2011-03-26
Hailstorm
2011-02-28
Hailstorm
2011-02-28
Tornado
2010-10-27
Hailstorm
2010-06-22
Hailstorm
2010-03-28
Flooding
Tropical Storm Ida
2009-11-10Flooding
Heavy Rain
2009-09-21Hailstorm
2009-09-16
Hailstorm
2009-04-23
Tornado
2009-04-19
Hailstorm
2009-04-10
Hailstorm
2009-04-10
Hailstorm
2009-04-10
Hailstorm
2009-04-10
Hailstorm
2008-08-07
Hailstorm
2008-08-02
Hailstorm
2008-07-07
Hailstorm
2008-07-06
Tornado
2008-05-20
Hailstorm
2008-05-20
Hailstorm
2008-05-20
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2008-04-04
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2008-03-15
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2008-03-15
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2007-08-23
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2007-07-06
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2007-07-01
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2007-06-25
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2007-06-14
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2007-06-11
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2007-06-08
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2007-04-03
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2006-09-28
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2006-09-28
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2006-07-20
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2006-05-25
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2006-05-25
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2006-05-25
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2006-05-25
Hailstorm
2006-04-19
Hailstorm
2006-04-08
Hailstorm
2006-02-04
Hailstorm
2005-12-04
Hailstorm
2005-12-04
Hurricane Cindy
2005-07-11
Hailstorm
2005-06-06
Hailstorm
2005-04-22
Hailstorm
2005-04-12
Hailstorm
2005-03-27
Hailstorm
2005-02-21
Hailstorm
2005-02-21
Hailstorm
2005-02-21
Hailstorm
2004-12-10
Tornado
2004-09-16
Hurricane Frances
2004-09-10
Tornado
2004-07-14
Tornado
2004-07-14
Hailstorm
2004-07-14
Hailstorm
2004-07-14
Hailstorm
2004-07-06
Hailstorm
2003-09-27
Hailstorm
2003-08-04
Hailstorm
2003-07-22
Hailstorm
2003-05-17
Tornado
2003-05-06
Hailstorm
2003-05-06
Hailstorm
2003-05-06
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-05-06Hailstorm
2003-05-02
Hailstorm
2003-05-02
Tornado
2002-11-11
Hailstorm
2002-11-11
Hailstorm
2002-07-03
Hailstorm
2002-07-03
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2002-07-03
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2002-05-13
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2002-05-09
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2002-04-28
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2002-04-28
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2001-06-30
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2001-06-26
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2001-06-26
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2001-05-28
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2001-05-24
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2001-04-03
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2001-04-03
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2000-11-09
Hailstorm
2000-09-24
Hailstorm
2000-08-10
Hailstorm
2000-08-10
Hailstorm
2000-05-03
Tornado
2000-04-03
Hailstorm
2000-03-10
Hailstorm
2000-02-13
Hailstorm
1999-07-24
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1999-07-10
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1999-07-06
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1999-05-13
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1999-05-13
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1999-05-07
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1999-05-06
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1999-03-03
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1999-03-03
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1999-02-27
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1998-07-19
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1998-05-07
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1998-05-07
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1998-05-07
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1998-05-07
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1998-05-07
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1998-05-07
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1998-05-07
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1998-05-03
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1998-04-22
Hailstorm
1998-04-21
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1998-04-08
Hailstorm
1998-04-03
Hailstorm
1998-04-03
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1998-03-07Hailstorm
1998-02-17
Hailstorm
1997-10-25
Hailstorm
1997-09-10
Hurricane Danny
1997-07-27
Hailstorm
1997-05-03
Hailstorm
1997-04-28
Hailstorm
1997-04-22
Hailstorm
1997-04-19
Hailstorm
1997-01-24
Hailstorm
1997-01-24
Hailstorm
1996-12-12
Hailstorm
1996-05-06
Hailstorm
1996-04-20
Hailstorm
1996-03-15
Flooding
Tropical Cyclone
1995-10-04Hailstorm
1995-07-04
Hailstorm
1995-04-22
Tornado
1994-06-29
Hailstorm
1994-06-25
Hailstorm
1994-06-25
Hailstorm
1994-06-09
Flooding
Torrential Rain
1994-03-24Hailstorm
1993-05-17
Hailstorm
1992-03-19
Hailstorm
1992-03-19
Hailstorm
1992-03-19
Hailstorm
1991-04-28
Hailstorm
1991-04-19
Hailstorm
1991-04-09
Hailstorm
1990-09-10
Hailstorm
1990-08-09
Hailstorm
1989-06-14
Tornado
1989-04-04
Tornado
1985-04-05
Tornado
1984-05-07
Tornado
1983-12-03
Tornado
1982-01-04
Hailstorm
1980-05-05
Tornado
1974-04-03
Tornado
1973-08-20
Tornado
1965-04-26
Hailstorm
1964-06-01
Tornado
1962-04-11
Tornado
1962-03-21
Hurricane Irene
1959-10-09
Tornado
1959-02-10