Forsyth County, Georgia Hazard Report | Natural Catastrophe And Climate Risk

HazardDB

Hazard Score

115 Catastrophes Recorded

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Historical_Tornadoes

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Historical_Wind

105

Forsyth County, Georgia

0 Cities with a Population of 259,071, and 59,433 Households

Forsyth, Georgia, has a relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk rating. Specific factors contributing to this assessment include a moderate hail risk with a relatively high expected annual loss, a low tornado risk with a relatively low expected annual loss, and a high lightning risk with a very high expected annual loss. The area also faces a low wildfire risk with a very low expected annual loss. These risks are influenced by the frequency of events and the potential financial impact on the population and infrastructure.

Geological features in the region, such as fault lines and mountain peaks, can contribute to the risk of earthquakes and landslides. Coastal proximity and water bodies increase the risk of hurricanes and flooding. Historical events in the area, such as tornado outbreaks and severe thunderstorms, provide evidence of the potential impact of natural disasters on Forsyth. The combination of climate factors, geological features, and past events underscores the importance of preparedness and mitigation efforts in reducing hazard risk in the region.

While Forsyth, Georgia, may have a relatively low overall hazard risk rating, specific natural disasters like hail, tornadoes, lightning, wildfires, earthquakes, and hurricanes can still pose significant threats to the community. Understanding the specific ratios and percentages of each risk factor, along with historical events and nearby geological features, is essential for effective disaster planning and response strategies. By verifying the accuracy of this information across multiple independent sources, local authorities can better prepare for and mitigate the impact of potential natural disasters in Forsyth.

Wildfire Risk: Very Low

Tornado Risk: Very Low

Hurricane Risk: Low

Hail Risk: Very Low

Flood Risk: Low

Tsunami Risk: Very Low

Earthquake Risk: Very Low

Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

32

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

51

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

12

Hazard Shelters

14

Fire Stations

2

Hospitals

1

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Forsyth County, located in Georgia, has a population of 259,071 with a population density of 1,048.1 people per square mile. The population is predominantly White, with 149,946 residents, followed by Asian (10,925), Hispanic (16,550), and Black (4,510) residents. The county has a median age of 36.7, slightly lower than the state median age of 37.2. The county has a higher average household size of 2.94 compared to the state average of 2.75. In terms of housing, there are 59,433 households in Forsyth County, with a homeownership rate of 79.5% and a vacancy rate of 7.2%.

When compared to other counties in Georgia, Forsyth County stands out for its higher population density, higher percentage of White residents, and a lower percentage of Black residents. The county also has a higher median age and average household size compared to the state averages. Forsyth County has a higher homeownership rate and a lower vacancy rate than the state average, indicating a stable housing market. Additionally, the county has a higher average farm size and average farm sale value compared to the state averages, indicating a strong agricultural presence in the area.

Regions

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

15 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

1488 mm Very High

Average Humidity

82% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness

7/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Flooding

Tropical Storm Claudette

2021-06-19

Flooding

Tropical Storm Sally

2020-09-15

Hailstorm

2020-08-03

Hailstorm

2020-05-22

Hailstorm

2019-08-24

Flooding

Tropical Storm Michael

Flooding

Hailstorm

2003-05-17

Hailstorm

2003-05-06

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2003-05-06

Hailstorm

2003-04-30

Hailstorm

2003-04-30

Hailstorm

2003-04-30

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Heavy Rain

Tropical Cyclone

1995-10-04

Hailstorm

1994-06-25

Hailstorm

1994-06-09

Flooding

Torrential Rain

1959-07-11

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