Hazard Score
258 Catastrophes Recorded
Fulton County, Georgia
3 Cities with a Population of 1,074,841, and 376,377 Households
Fulton County, Georgia, faces a relatively moderate overall natural disaster risk, with a risk score of 92.30 and a risk rating of relatively moderate. Specific hazards include lightning strikes, with a high risk rating of 98.17, and hail storms with a risk rating of 98.03. The county is also at risk of tornadoes, with a risk rating of 97.33. These hazards are influenced by the county's location in the southeastern United States, where severe weather events are common due to its humid subtropical climate.
The geological features of Fulton County also contribute to its natural disaster risk. The county is located near the Chattahoochee River, which can lead to flooding during heavy rainfall events. Additionally, the presence of fault lines in the region increases the risk of earthquakes, although the overall risk rating for earthquakes is relatively moderate at 95.90. The county's proximity to the Appalachian Mountains may also influence weather patterns and exacerbate certain hazards, such as heavy rainfall events that can lead to flash flooding.
Overall, Fulton County's natural disaster risk assessment highlights the importance of preparedness and mitigation measures to reduce the impact of potential hazards. The county's diverse range of risks, from lightning strikes to hail storms, underscores the need for a comprehensive approach to disaster management. By understanding the specific climate factors and geological features that contribute to these risks, local authorities can better prioritize resources and strategies to protect the population and infrastructure in Fulton County.
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: Moderate
HAZARDS
221
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
149
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
73
Hazard Shelters
79
Fire Stations
16
Hospitals
37
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Fulton County, located in Georgia, has a population of 1,074,841 people with a population density of 2,011.7 people per square mile. The county's population is primarily made up of White (38.1%) and Black (37.7%) residents, with Asian individuals making up 4.8% of the population. Hispanic residents account for 6.8% of the population, while individuals of multiple races make up 1.9% of the population. In terms of demographics, there are slightly more females (55.8%) than males (44.2%) in Fulton County, with a median age of 34.2 years.
In comparison to other counties in Georgia, Fulton County has a higher population density and a more diverse population. The county has a higher percentage of White residents compared to the state average of 54.6%, but a lower percentage of Black residents compared to the state average of 32.6%. Additionally, Fulton County has a higher percentage of Asian residents compared to the state average of 4.2%. The county also has a lower median age compared to the state average of 36.1 years. The housing situation in Fulton County shows that a larger percentage of households are renters (46.3%) compared to the state average of 35.9%, while the percentage of owner-occupied households is slightly lower than the state average of 63.5%.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Hurricane Claudette
2021-06-23
Flooding
Tropical Storm Claudette
2021-06-19Flooding
Tropical Storm Sally
2020-09-15Hailstorm
2020-08-19
Hailstorm
2020-06-30
Hailstorm
2020-06-14
Hailstorm
2020-06-14
Hailstorm
2020-06-14
Hailstorm
2020-05-24
Tornado
2020-04-13
Tornado
2019-04-19
Tornado
2018-10-10
Flooding
Tropical Storm Michael
2018-10-10Hailstorm
2018-07-21
Hailstorm
2018-07-06
Tornado
2018-03-19
Hailstorm
2018-03-19
Hailstorm
2018-03-19
Hailstorm
2018-03-19
Tornado
2017-05-04
Hailstorm
2017-04-05
Tornado
2017-04-03
Indian Trail
2016-12-29
Tornado
2016-11-30
Tornado
2016-11-30
Tornado
2015-11-18
Hailstorm
2015-06-26
Hailstorm
2015-06-24
Hailstorm
2015-06-03
Hailstorm
2015-04-20
Hailstorm
2015-04-20
Hailstorm
2015-04-20
Hailstorm
2015-04-20
Hailstorm
2015-04-20
Tornado
2014-10-14
Tornado
2014-10-14
Tornado
2014-10-14
Tornado
2014-10-14
Hailstorm
2013-07-17
Hailstorm
2013-03-18
Hailstorm
2012-07-10
Hailstorm
2012-07-10
Hailstorm
2012-05-21
Hailstorm
2012-05-21
Hailstorm
2012-05-21
Hailstorm
2012-05-20
Hailstorm
2012-05-17
Hailstorm
2012-01-21
Hailstorm
2011-08-21
Hailstorm
2011-07-21
Hailstorm
2011-07-12
Hailstorm
2011-06-24
Hailstorm
2011-06-18
Hailstorm
2011-06-15
Hailstorm
2011-06-11
Hailstorm
2011-04-25
Hailstorm
2011-04-25
Hailstorm
2011-04-15
Hailstorm
2011-03-26
Hailstorm
2011-03-26
Hailstorm
2011-02-28
Hailstorm
2010-09-27
Hailstorm
2010-07-26
Hailstorm
2010-05-28
Hailstorm
2010-04-27
Hailstorm
2010-04-27
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2009-12-12Flooding
Tropical Storm Ida
2009-11-10Flooding
Heavy Rain
2009-09-21Hailstorm
2009-06-11
Hailstorm
2009-04-23
Hailstorm
2009-04-23
Hailstorm
2009-04-23
Hailstorm
2009-04-23
Hailstorm
2009-04-10
Hailstorm
2009-04-10
Hailstorm
2009-02-18
Hailstorm
2008-08-02
Hailstorm
2008-05-11
Hailstorm
2008-03-15
Hailstorm
2008-03-15
Hailstorm
2008-03-15
Hailstorm
2008-03-15
Hailstorm
2008-03-15
Tornado
2008-03-14
Hailstorm
2008-03-14
Hailstorm
2008-03-14
Hailstorm
2007-08-23
Hailstorm
2007-06-12
Hailstorm
2007-06-05
Hailstorm
2007-05-12
Hailstorm
2007-04-03
Hailstorm
2006-09-28
Hailstorm
2006-09-28
Hailstorm
2006-06-23
Hailstorm
2006-05-25
Hailstorm
2006-04-03
Tornado
2006-01-02
Hailstorm
2006-01-02
Hailstorm
2006-01-02
Hailstorm
2006-01-02
Hailstorm
2005-12-04
Hailstorm
2005-07-03
Hailstorm
2005-07-01
Hailstorm
2005-06-06
Hailstorm
2005-04-22
Hailstorm
2005-04-22
Hailstorm
2005-04-12
Hailstorm
2005-03-27
Hailstorm
2005-03-27
Hailstorm
2005-02-21
Hailstorm
2005-02-21
Hailstorm
2005-02-21
Hailstorm
2005-02-21
Hailstorm
2004-12-10
Hailstorm
2004-12-09
Hurricane Frances
2004-09-10
Hailstorm
2004-07-14
Hailstorm
2004-05-16
Hailstorm
2003-07-22
Hailstorm
2003-05-17
Hailstorm
2003-05-07
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-05-06Hailstorm
2003-05-02
Hailstorm
2003-05-02
Hailstorm
2003-05-02
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-03-19Hailstorm
2003-03-05
Hailstorm
2002-11-11
Hailstorm
2002-07-23
Hailstorm
2002-07-02
Hailstorm
2002-07-02
Hailstorm
2002-06-04
Hailstorm
2002-06-04
Hailstorm
2002-05-13
Hailstorm
2002-05-03
Hailstorm
2002-04-28
Hailstorm
2002-03-31
Hailstorm
2001-07-03
Hailstorm
2001-06-14
Hailstorm
2001-06-14
Hailstorm
2001-06-03
Hailstorm
2001-06-03
Hailstorm
2001-05-28
Hailstorm
2001-05-19
Hailstorm
2000-08-10
Hailstorm
2000-07-30
Hailstorm
2000-07-23
Hailstorm
2000-06-25
Hailstorm
2000-06-25
Hailstorm
2000-05-25
Hailstorm
2000-05-21
Hailstorm
2000-05-03
Hailstorm
1999-09-21
Hailstorm
1999-09-21
Hailstorm
1999-08-20
Hailstorm
1999-07-24
Hailstorm
1999-07-06
Hailstorm
1999-07-06
Hailstorm
1999-06-29
Hailstorm
1999-06-29
Hailstorm
1999-06-02
Hailstorm
1999-05-23
Hailstorm
1999-05-23
Hailstorm
1999-05-13
Hailstorm
1999-05-07
Hailstorm
1999-05-06
Hailstorm
1999-05-06
Hailstorm
1999-02-09
Hailstorm
1998-07-20
Hailstorm
1998-06-19
Hailstorm
1998-06-19
Hailstorm
1998-06-15
Hailstorm
1998-06-04
Hailstorm
1998-06-04
Hailstorm
1998-05-10
Hailstorm
1998-05-09
Hailstorm
1998-05-09
Hailstorm
1998-05-08
Hailstorm
1998-05-07
Hailstorm
1998-05-07
Hailstorm
1998-05-03
Hailstorm
1998-04-21
Hailstorm
1998-04-08
Hailstorm
1998-04-08
Hailstorm
1998-04-08
Hailstorm
1998-04-03
Hailstorm
1998-04-03
Hailstorm
1998-04-03
Hailstorm
1998-04-03
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1998-03-07Hailstorm
1998-02-17
Hailstorm
1997-09-10
Hailstorm
1997-06-20
Hailstorm
1997-05-27
Hailstorm
1997-04-28
Hailstorm
1997-04-28
Hailstorm
1997-04-28
Hailstorm
1997-04-28
Hailstorm
1997-04-28
Hailstorm
1997-04-22
Hailstorm
1997-04-22
Hailstorm
1997-01-24
Hailstorm
1996-05-24
Hailstorm
1996-05-06
Hailstorm
1996-05-06
Flooding
Tropical Cyclone
1995-10-04Hailstorm
1995-01-19
Hailstorm
1994-06-25
Hailstorm
1994-06-09
Flooding
Torrential Rain
1994-03-24Hailstorm
1993-05-17
Hailstorm
1992-03-19
Hailstorm
1992-03-06
Hailstorm
1991-12-23
Hailstorm
1991-04-29
Hailstorm
1991-04-19
Hailstorm
1990-09-10
Hailstorm
1990-04-10
Tornado
1990-02-10
Hailstorm
1989-07-03
Hailstorm
1989-04-03
Hailstorm
1988-04-25
Hailstorm
1988-04-25
Hailstorm
1987-07-06
Hailstorm
1985-08-24
Hailstorm
1985-06-07
Tornado
1985-04-05
Hailstorm
1985-03-13
Hailstorm
1984-07-22
Hailstorm
1984-07-22
Tornado
1984-05-03
Hailstorm
1984-03-28
Hailstorm
1984-02-24
Tornado
1983-12-03
Hailstorm
1983-03-07
Tornado
1982-03-17
Tornado
1981-11-19
Hailstorm
1981-06-25
Hailstorm
1981-06-07
Hailstorm
1978-04-18
Hailstorm
1978-04-18
Tornado
1976-05-14
Tornado
1976-05-14
Tornado
1975-03-24
Tornado
1975-03-13
Tornado
1973-05-27
Hailstorm
1972-04-07
Tornado
1972-01-10
Hailstorm
1971-08-09
Hailstorm
1970-06-21
Tornado
1966-05-18
Tornado
1965-09-18
Tornado
1965-05-20
Hailstorm
1963-07-23
Hurricane Irene
1959-10-09
Hailstorm
1955-03-12
Tornado
1954-12-05