Hazard Score
53 Catastrophes Recorded
Danville, Indiana
10 Land Tracts in Hendricks County , Watershed
Danville, Indiana, located in Hendricks County, has a relatively low overall natural disaster risk assessment. The area experiences moderate precipitation levels and humidity, with a temperate climate that is relatively low in terms of extreme weather events. However, the region does face moderate risk due to its proximity to fault lines and potential for seismic activity. The presence of fault lines can increase the likelihood of earthquakes, although the risk is still considered relatively low in this area.
Despite being landlocked, Danville is not far from water bodies such as Eagle Creek Reservoir and the White River, which could pose flood risks during heavy rainfall events. Additionally, the town is situated near the I-74 corridor, where severe storms and tornadoes have historically occurred, although the risk is relatively low compared to other regions in the state. While Danville has a low risk of hurricanes and tsunamis, its climate factors, such as temperature and precipitation, can still impact the local community's vulnerability to natural disasters.
Overall, Danville's natural disaster risk assessment is influenced by its climate factors, geological features, and historical events. While the area may experience moderate risks related to fault lines, seismic activity, and potential flooding from nearby water bodies, the overall risk remains relatively low compared to other regions in Indiana. Understanding these specific factors and their potential impact on the community can help residents and authorities better prepare and mitigate the effects of natural disasters in the area.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Very High
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
7
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
5
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
3
Hazard Shelters
2
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
1
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Hendricks County, Indiana faces a relatively low overall natural disaster risk with a risk rating of 70.12 out of 100. The county's highest risk is from tornadoes with a risk value of 180,632.31 and a risk rating of relatively moderate. Other significant risks include lightning with a risk value of 135,001.21 and a risk rating of relatively low, as well as straight-line winds with a risk value of 51,7987.98 and a risk rating of relatively moderate. These risks are influenced by the county's location in the Midwest, which is prone to severe weather events such as thunderstorms and tornadoes.
Hendricks County is not directly located along a coastline or a fault line, which reduces the risk of certain natural disasters like hurricanes or earthquakes. The county does not have any significant mountain peaks, but it is surrounded by water bodies like Eagle Creek Reservoir and White Lick Creek, which ...
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2021-06-18Flooding
Heavy Rain
2020-03-22Flooding
Heavy Rain
2019-04-30Flooding
Heavy Rain
2017-04-28Hailstorm
2017-04-26
Hailstorm
2015-07-13
Hailstorm
2015-07-13
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2015-06-27Flooding
Heavy Rain
2013-04-22Hailstorm
2012-09-21
Hailstorm
2012-09-21
Hailstorm
2012-09-21
Hailstorm
2012-03-30
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snow
2011-03-07Hailstorm
2010-04-05
Flooding
Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B
2010-03-10Hailstorm
2009-05-30
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-12-10Flooding
Tropical Storm Ike
2008-09-12Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-06-05Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
2008-03-17Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
2008-02-06Hailstorm
2008-01-29
Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
2008-01-08Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-08-16Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-01-15Hailstorm
2006-05-18
Hailstorm
2006-04-14
Hailstorm
2006-04-07
Hurricane Arlene
2005-06-14
Hailstorm
2005-05-11
Hailstorm
2005-04-22
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2005-01-05Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-01-04Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-09-01Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-07-05Flooding
Heavy Rain
2002-05-07Hailstorm
2000-08-17
Hailstorm
2000-08-17
Hailstorm
2000-08-17
Flooding
0
1999-01-04Flooding
Heavy Rain
1996-05-13Hailstorm
1996-04-19
Hailstorm
1995-06-20
Hailstorm
1994-06-12
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-12-31Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-08-18Tornado
1987-06-29
Tornado
1987-06-15
Hailstorm
1987-05-29
Hailstorm
1984-05-25
Tornado
1965-01-23
Hailstorm
1963-04-22