Hazard Score
31 Catastrophes Recorded
Norcross, Georgia
20 Land Tracts in Gwinnett County , Upper Ocmulgee Watershed
Norcross, Georgia, located in Gwinnett County, is situated in a region with a relatively moderate risk of natural disasters. The area is prone to high lightning risk due to its location in the South Atlantic-Gulf hydrologic region. The high humidity levels in Norcross further contribute to the likelihood of lightning strikes. Additionally, the city's proximity to the Upper Ocmulgee hydrologic unit increases the risk of flooding during periods of heavy precipitation.
While Norcross faces a relatively low risk of hurricanes, the city's location within Georgia exposes it to potential impacts from tropical storms and heavy rainfall. The city's position inland mitigates the risk of coastal flooding, but the nearby water bodies and hydrologic units increase the likelihood of riverine flooding during extreme weather events. The presence of fault lines in the region may also pose a risk of seismic activity, although historical events in Norcross have shown minimal impact from earthquakes. Overall, the city's diverse geological features, including mountain peaks in the surrounding areas, contribute to a varied risk landscape that requires comprehensive disaster preparedness measures.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
30
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
1
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
3
Hazard Shelters
1
Fire Stations
0
Hospitals
2
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Gwinnett County in Georgia faces a relatively moderate overall natural disaster and climate risk, with a risk score of 91.44 and a risk rating of relatively moderate. The county has a high risk rating for hail events, with a risk score of 98.50, and a relatively low risk rating for lightning events, with a risk score of 99.68. The county also experiences low to moderate risks for hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods, with risk scores ranging from 70.51 to 79.99.
Specific climate factors influencing hazard risk in Gwinnett County include its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, which increases the likelihood of hurricane events, as well as its inland location, which reduces the impact of coastal flooding. The county also has a relatively high risk for hail events due to its flat terrain, which can amplify severe weather conditions. Gwinnett County is not located near any fault lines or major mountain ...
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Flooding
Tropical Storm Claudette
2021-06-19Flooding
Tropical Storm Sally
2020-09-15Flooding
Tropical Storm Michael
2018-10-10Flooding
Heavy Rain
2009-12-12Flooding
Tropical Storm Ida
2009-11-10Flooding
Heavy Rain
2009-09-21Hailstorm
2005-04-22
Hailstorm
2005-02-21
Hailstorm
2004-05-22
Hailstorm
2003-08-11
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-05-06Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-03-19Hailstorm
2002-07-23
Hailstorm
2002-07-23
Hailstorm
2000-06-25
Hailstorm
2000-06-25
Hailstorm
2000-05-03
Hailstorm
1999-09-21
Hailstorm
1999-05-06
Hailstorm
1998-05-09
Hailstorm
1998-04-08
Hailstorm
1998-04-03
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1998-03-07Hailstorm
1998-02-17
Hailstorm
1997-07-28
Hailstorm
1997-07-16
Hailstorm
1997-06-20
Hailstorm
1997-05-27
Hailstorm
1995-04-19
Flooding
Torrential Rain
1994-03-24Hailstorm
1981-07-11