HazardDB



Wildfire Risk: Very Low


Tornado Risk: Low


Hurricane Risk: Very Low


Hail Risk: Low


Flood Risk: Very High


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Very Low


Wind Risk: Moderate

HAZARDS

28

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

0

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

2

Hazard Shelters

1

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Marion, Indiana faces a relatively moderate overall risk score of 93.29, with specific risks such as high winds (93.29), thunderstorms (98.87), and floods (69.71). Marion County has experienced 1986 lightning events, with a 90.27% frequency, posing a very high risk. The area also faces a high risk of wind events, with 163 occurrences at a frequency of 4.78%, resulting in a relatively high risk score of 97.99.

Marion, Indiana is not situated on a coastline, fault line, or near mountain peaks. However, it is surrounded by several water bodies, including rivers and lakes, which can contribute to flood risks. The geological features of the region may exacerbate hazards such as hailstorms and wildfires, as seen in the high hail event frequency of 4.59% and the relatively low risk of wildfires at 42.57%. The presence of these water bodies can also lead to a high risk of tornado events, with ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
12 °F Cold
Average Precipitation
1054 mm Moderate
Average Humidity
82% Moderately High
Plant Hardiness
6/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

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