Wapello County, Iowa Hazard Report | Natural Catastrophe And Climate Risk

HazardDB

Hazard Score

140 Catastrophes Recorded

Historical_Hail

102

Historical_Tornadoes

Historical_Floods

Historical_Wind

117

Historical_Wildfires

Wapello County, Iowa

3 Cities with a Population of 35,459, and 14,552 Households

Wapello, Iowa faces relatively low to moderate risk levels for various natural hazards based on the hazard risk index provided. The county experiences a moderate to high frequency of lightning events, with a relatively moderate risk rating. Wapello also encounters hail and high wind events, with a relatively low risk rating for both. The area has a very low risk of wildfires, but a slightly higher risk of tornado events compared to other hazards.

Specific climate factors in Wapello include its location in the Midwest, which can lead to severe weather events such as thunderstorms and tornadoes. The county is not located near any coastlines, fault lines, or mountain peaks, but it does have several water bodies like the Des Moines River that could impact hazard risk. With historical events like hailstorms and high wind events, it is important for residents to stay prepared and informed to mitigate any potential risks.

Overall, Wapello, Iowa has a relatively low to moderate risk of natural disasters, with specific hazards like lightning, hail, high winds, and tornadoes being more prevalent in the area. Despite not having significant geological features that could amplify risk, the county's climate and proximity to water bodies can still pose potential threats. It is crucial for residents and authorities to have proper emergency plans in place to ensure the safety and well-being of the community in the event of a natural disaster.

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

23

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

54

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

28

Hazard Shelters

6

Fire Stations

1

Hospitals

3

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Wapello County, located in Iowa, has a population of 35,459 people with a population density of 81.3 per square mile. The racial composition of the county is predominantly White, making up 92.5% of the population, followed by Black (1.4%), Hispanic (9.1%), Asian (0.7%), and other races. The county has a slightly higher percentage of females (51.3%) compared to males (48.7%), and the median age is 39.7 years. The average household size is 2.39, and the county has a total of 14,552 households, with 64.7% being family households.

In comparison to other counties in Iowa, Wapello County has a lower population density but a higher percentage of White residents. The median age in Wapello County is slightly higher than the state average of 38.1 years, and the percentage of families in the county is also higher than the state average of 56.9%. The county has a lower average farm size and crop acreage compared to the state averages, with 715 farms in 2017. Additionally, the county has a higher average farm sale value in 2017 compared to the state average. Overall, Wapello County reflects a mix of rural and urban characteristics with a diverse population makeup.

Regions

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

11 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

925 mm Moderate

Average Humidity

83% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness

5/10 Moderate

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Hailstorm

2020-05-14

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2019-04-30

019110

2019-04-27

Hailstorm

2019-04-07

019036

2019-04-06

019022

2019-04-01

Flooding

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Heavy Rain

2013-05-25

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Flooding

Dam Failure, Heavy Rain

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2009-02-28

Hailstorm

2009-02-17

Hailstorm

2009-02-17

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Hailstorm

2008-05-25

Flooding

Rain And Snowmelt

2008-03-17

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2007-08-16

Hailstorm

2007-06-27

Flooding

Flooding

1958-06-08

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