Hazard Score
44 Catastrophes Recorded
Chase, Kansas
2 Land Tracts in Rice County , Cow Watershed
Chase, Kansas, with a population of 9,411, faces relatively low natural disaster and climate risks. The area experiences moderate precipitation and humidity levels, with a temperate climate overall. The risk of hurricanes, tsunamis, and wildfires is very low, and lightning strikes are infrequent. Although the risk of drought and flooding is relatively low, the region may still be susceptible to occasional flooding events due to its proximity to water bodies such as the Cow Creek, a part of the Middle Arkansas hydrologic unit.
Chase is located in Rice County, Kansas, which is not known for being geologically active. The region's hazard risk assessment indicates very low risk scores for landslides and earthquakes. The area's landscape features relatively low-lying terrain with no significant fault lines or mountain peaks that could contribute to increased hazard risk. The absence of major geological features that could exacerbate natural disasters, combined with a history of minimal hazard events, suggests that Chase is a relatively safe area in terms of climate and natural disaster risks.
While Chase, Kansas, may not be immune to all potential natural disasters, its historical data and geographical features suggest a low likelihood of significant hazard events. The area's moderate climate, lack of major fault lines or coastlines, and minimal geological activity contribute to the overall low hazard risk. Residents of Chase can be reassured by the region's track record of very low risk for severe natural disasters, making it a relatively safe place to live in terms of climate and hazard exposure.
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
2
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
0
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
0
Hazard Shelters
2
Fire Stations
0
Hospitals
1
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Rice County, Kansas, has a very low overall risk rating for natural disasters, with specific hazards such as hail and tornadoes being relatively moderate in risk. The county has a low occurrence of wildfires and landslides, contributing to its low risk profile. However, the area does experience a relatively high frequency of lightning strikes, which can pose a moderate risk. The county's topography features rolling plains and farmland, which may contribute to the prevalence of lightning strikes.
The county's location in central Kansas means it is not directly impacted by coastal hazards, fault lines, or volcanic activity. However, the region is prone to severe weather events such as tornadoes and thunderstorms due to its position in "Tornado Alley." Rice County's proximity to the Arkansas River and various reservoirs may also pose flood risks during heavy rainfall events. The county's historical data shows a higher occurrence of thunderstorms and hailstorms, ...
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Hailstorm
2019-06-11
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2019-05-20Flooding
Snowmelt, Heavy Rain, Ice Jams
2019-03-13Flooding
Torrential Rain
2018-09-01Tornado
2017-10-06
Hailstorm
2017-05-27
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2015-05-05Hailstorm
2014-05-11
Hailstorm
2013-04-07
Hailstorm
2013-04-07
Hailstorm
2012-04-14
Hailstorm
2011-04-09
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2008-08-09Hailstorm
2008-06-16
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-06-05Hailstorm
2008-05-25
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-05-24Hailstorm
2007-05-06
Hailstorm
2007-02-23
Hailstorm
2005-07-03
Hailstorm
2005-07-03
Hailstorm
2005-05-21
Hailstorm
2002-08-12
Hailstorm
2002-06-15
Hailstorm
2002-06-15
Hailstorm
2002-06-11
Hailstorm
2002-06-11
Hailstorm
2002-05-16
Hailstorm
2002-04-16
Hailstorm
2001-06-01
Hailstorm
2000-06-13
Flooding
Brief Torrential Rain
1999-06-28Hailstorm
1999-05-16
Hailstorm
1996-05-31
Hailstorm
1996-05-17
Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
1994-04-09Hailstorm
1991-06-04
Hailstorm
1990-03-11
Hailstorm
1989-06-10
Hailstorm
1989-04-27
Hailstorm
1985-04-26
Tornado
1964-06-10
Tornado
1964-06-10
Tornado
1960-11-27