Wildfire Risk: Very Low


Tornado Risk: Very Low


Hurricane Risk: Very Low


Hail Risk: Very Low


Flood Risk: Very Low


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Very Low


Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

9

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

4

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

0

Hazard Shelters

1

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Twin Falls, Idaho has a relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk rating, with a risk score of 51.35. The area is prone to hazards such as wildfires, hail storms, and strong winds, with a relatively moderate risk of flooding. The frequency of lightning strikes is also a concern, with a relatively high risk rating given for this specific hazard. Despite these risks, the area has a very low earthquake risk and is not susceptible to hurricanes or tsunamis.

Specific climate factors in Twin Falls include its semi-arid climate with hot summers and cold winters. The area is characterized by its proximity to the Snake River and the Sawtooth Range, which can impact flood risk during heavy rainfall events. The region also has fault lines running through it, increasing the potential for earthquakes. Additionally, the nearby mountain peaks can exacerbate certain weather events, such as snowstorms and avalanches, ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
7 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
358 mm Moderately Low

Average Humidity
68% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness
6/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Devil Creek

2022-08-31

White Side

2022-08-13

Mud Flat Hill

2022-08-12

Mosquito

2022-07-17

Twin

2022-07-09

Mule Creek

2021-07-17

Magic Hot Springs

2021-07-01

North Cedar Creek

2021-06-12

Lost Creek

2020-09-10

Bear Paw

2020-08-19

Saddle

2020-08-19

Higgins

2019-07-13

Rabbit Spring

2018-08-02

Twin Springs

2018-07-24

Mule Creek

2018-07-21

Deadwood

2017-08-28

Cattle Rock

2016-09-01

Cedar Butte

2015-07-24

Cedar Butte

2015-07-24

Hwy 93 Mm3

2015-03-10

Basin Road

2014-11-29

Rural Assist 3

2014-08-11

Drexler

2014-07-05

Hailstorm

2005-05-29

Hailstorm

1997-09-06

Hailstorm

1996-06-27

Hailstorm

1996-06-13

Hailstorm

1991-07-19