Wildfire Risk: Very Low


Tornado Risk: Low


Hurricane Risk: Very Low


Hail Risk: Low


Flood Risk: Moderate


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Very Low


Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

12

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

0

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

4

Hazard Shelters

2

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

1

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Dubuque, Iowa faces relatively low to very high risk levels across various natural disaster categories, with a focus on tornadoes, hailstorms, and severe winds. The area's vulnerability is emphasized by the high frequency of events such as hail, wind, and lightning strikes, which pose significant threats to the population and infrastructure. Dubuque's exposure to these hazards is further amplified by its location in Tornado Alley, increasing the likelihood of tornado occurrences.

Additionally, Dubuque's proximity to the Mississippi River presents a risk of flooding, with the potential for extensive damage to property and infrastructure in the event of a major flood. The region's susceptibility to severe weather events is also heightened by its relatively low elevation and flat terrain, making it more prone to flooding and other climate-related disasters. Furthermore, with a high percentage of agricultural value at risk, the impact of natural disasters on the local economy could be ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
9 °F Cold
Average Precipitation
919 mm Moderate
Average Humidity
84% Moderately High
Plant Hardiness
5/10 Moderate

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Hurricane Cristobal

2020-06-12

Tornado

2019-08-05

Flooding

Snowmelt, Heavy Rain, Ice Jams

2019-03-13

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2014-06-10

Hailstorm

2014-05-20

Hailstorm

2011-06-15

Flooding

Heavy Rain And Snow

2011-03-07

Flooding

Dam Failure, Heavy Rain

2010-07-25

Hailstorm

2009-08-09

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2009-02-28

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2008-12-10

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2008-06-05

Hailstorm

2008-05-25

Flooding

Rain And Snowmelt

2008-03-17

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2007-08-16

Hailstorm

2006-05-29

Hailstorm

2004-05-22

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2004-05-22

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2002-06-04

Flooding

Snowmelt

2001-04-15

Hailstorm

2000-09-11

Hailstorm

1997-06-20

Hailstorm

1997-05-18

Hailstorm

1997-05-18

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1990-08-18

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1990-07-28

Tornado

1988-05-08

Tornado

1988-05-08
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