Hazard Score
68 Catastrophes Recorded
Grady County, Georgia
0 Cities with a Population of 24,717, and 9,418 Households
Mitchell County in Georgia faces relatively low to moderate risk levels for various natural disasters including hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, hailstorms, and lightning strikes. The area has a high susceptibility to hurricane events with a relatively high risk rating due to its coastal proximity and historical hurricane occurrences. Tornado events are also a concern with a moderate risk rating. Wildfires, hailstorms, and lightning strikes pose relatively low risks, but are still notable hazards for the county.
Geological features in Mitchell County such as fault lines, mountain peaks, and water bodies contribute to the diverse hazard risks in the area. The county's proximity to coastline increases the susceptibility to hurricane events, while fault lines and mountain peaks can influence tornado activity. Water bodies can exacerbate flood risks during heavy rainfall events. Historical data shows a range of events including hurricanes, tornadoes, and flooding, emphasizing the need for preparedness and mitigation measures in the region.
With a population of 21,741 residents, Mitchell County's vulnerability to natural disasters poses a significant concern for the community. The county's risk assessment scores indicate the need for targeted resilience strategies to mitigate potential losses and protect lives and property. It is crucial for local authorities and residents to stay informed, have emergency plans in place, and invest in infrastructure resilience to mitigate the impact of natural disasters in the area.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Moderate
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
24
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
21
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
6
Hazard Shelters
10
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
3
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Grady County, Georgia, has a population of 24,717 people, with a population density of 53.7 people per square mile. The county has a slightly lower population than in 2010, when it was recorded at 25,011 people. The racial makeup of Grady County is predominantly White, with 63.6% of the population, followed by Black or African American at 29%. This indicates a majority white population in the county. The Hispanic population is at 10.1% and the county has a small percentage of residents who are of multiple races at 1.6%.
In terms of demographics, Grady County has a median age of 37.6, with a slightly higher percentage of females (52.3%) compared to males (47.7%). The county has a total of 9,418 households, with an average household size of 2.63. The county also has a significant number of families, totaling 6,730, with an average family size of 3.1. In terms of housing, there are 10,760 housing units in Grady County, with a homeownership rate of 58.7% and a rental occupancy rate of 28.8%. In terms of agriculture, Grady County has 415 farms as of 2017, with an average farm size of 298 acres and an average sales value of $242,638. Compared to other counties in Georgia, Grady County has a relatively lower population density and a higher percentage of white residents. The county also has a higher homeownership rate compared to the state average of 63.9%.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Flooding
Tropical Storm Claudette
2021-06-19Hailstorm
2020-06-24
Tornado
2020-04-23
Tornado
2020-04-20
Hurricane Nestor
2019-10-21
Hailstorm
2019-04-06
Flooding
Tropical Storm Michael
2018-10-10Tornado
2017-01-02
Flooding
Tropical Storm Hermine
2016-09-02Hailstorm
2016-05-03
Hailstorm
2016-05-03
Hailstorm
2012-07-17
Hailstorm
2012-05-22
Hailstorm
2012-05-22
Hailstorm
2012-05-22
Hailstorm
2012-05-22
Hailstorm
2012-05-06
Hailstorm
2012-04-05
Hailstorm
2011-05-27
Hailstorm
2011-03-26
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2009-12-12Hailstorm
2009-03-31
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2009-03-30Flooding
Tropical Storm Fay
2008-08-20Hailstorm
2007-07-01
Hailstorm
2006-04-08
Tornado
2005-12-28
Hailstorm
2005-12-28
Tornado
2005-03-22
Tornado
2004-09-15
Hailstorm
2004-04-08
Hailstorm
2004-04-08
Tornado
2003-03-20
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-02-22Tornado
2002-10-29
Hailstorm
2002-04-03
Hailstorm
2000-06-18
Tornado
2000-02-13
Tornado
1998-09-29
Flooding
Tropical Cyclone
1998-09-15Hurricane Earl
1998-09-08
Flooding
Brief Torrential Rain
1998-09-03Flooding
Tropical Cyclone
1994-07-01Flooding
Torrential Rain
1994-03-24Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-03-16Tornado
1989-06-08
Hailstorm
1988-05-10
Hailstorm
1986-07-20
Hailstorm
1986-07-20
Hurricane Kate
1985-11-23
Tornado
1984-03-05
Hailstorm
1981-03-18
Tornado
1979-04-13
Tornado
1976-03-16
Tornado
1974-04-08
Tornado
1972-05-08
Tornado
1972-03-02
Tornado
1972-01-13
Tornado
1971-04-30
Tornado
1968-06-17
Hurricane Dora
1964-09-16
Tornado
1963-04-06
Tornado
1960-05-07
Hailstorm
1960-03-16
Hurricane Flossy
1956-10-03
Hurricane Florence
1953-09-27
Tornado
1952-01-22
Hurricane King
1950-10-20