Hazard Score
127 Catastrophes Recorded
Harper, Kansas
4 Land Tracts in Kingman County , Chikaskia Watershed
Harper, Kansas has a relatively low risk of natural disasters and climate-related hazards. The area experiences moderate precipitation levels and has a temperate climate, with low risk of extreme weather events such as hurricanes or tsunamis. The region's risk assessment indicates very low risk for most categories, including flooding, earthquakes, and wildfires.
Geographically, Harper is not located near coastlines, fault lines, or major mountain peaks, which helps to reduce the risk of certain natural disasters. The area is characterized by the Chikaskia River and other small water bodies, but these do not pose significant flood risks. Historical data also shows a lack of major disaster events in Harper, further supporting the low hazard risk assessment for the area.
Overall, Harper, Kansas is relatively safe from natural disasters and climate-related hazards. The region's geographic features, climate conditions, and historical data all contribute to its low risk profile. While no area is completely immune to disasters, Harper's relatively low risk levels make it a stable environment for residents and businesses.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
8
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
7
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
2
Hazard Shelters
1
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
1
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Kingman, Kansas has a very low overall natural disaster risk rating, with a risk score of 35.79. Specific climate factors for the area include a relatively high frequency of thunderstorm events (70.64%) and hail events (12.03%), contributing to the overall risk assessment. The area is landlocked and does not have any coastlines, but it does have a moderate risk of hail and wind events, with a relatively low risk of flooding and tornados.
Geological features in the region that could impact hazard risk include fault lines, mountain peaks, and water bodies. Kingman County does not have any major fault lines, but it does have some small fault systems that could contribute to seismic activity. The region is relatively flat with no significant mountain peaks, but it does have several rivers and creeks that could experience flooding during heavy rainfall events. Overall, the natural disaster risk in Kingman, Kansas is ...
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Tornado
2019-06-23
Hailstorm
2019-06-22
Hailstorm
2019-06-18
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2019-05-20Flooding
Snowmelt, Heavy Rain, Ice Jams
2019-03-13Hailstorm
2018-05-14
Hailstorm
2017-05-11
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2015-05-05Tornado
2014-12-14
Hailstorm
2014-05-07
Hailstorm
2013-10-04
Hailstorm
2013-05-19
Hailstorm
2012-05-30
Tornado
2012-05-19
Hailstorm
2012-02-20
Hailstorm
2011-08-03
Hailstorm
2011-04-08
Hailstorm
2010-05-30
Hailstorm
2009-08-26
Hailstorm
2009-07-28
Hailstorm
2009-06-15
Hailstorm
2009-06-15
Hailstorm
2009-06-15
Hailstorm
2009-05-15
Hailstorm
2009-05-15
Tornado
2009-03-07
Hailstorm
2008-06-15
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-06-05Hailstorm
2008-04-08
Hailstorm
2007-10-14
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-08-16Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-05-24Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-05-06Hailstorm
2005-08-24
Hailstorm
2005-08-17
Hailstorm
2005-07-03
Hailstorm
2005-03-29
Hailstorm
2005-03-29
Hailstorm
2005-03-29
Hailstorm
2004-06-12
Hailstorm
2004-06-12
Tornado
2004-05-29
Tornado
2004-05-12
Tornado
2004-05-12
Tornado
2004-05-12
Tornado
2004-05-12
Tornado
2004-05-12
Tornado
2004-05-12
Hailstorm
2004-05-12
Hailstorm
2004-05-12
Tornado
2003-07-09
Hailstorm
2003-03-17
Hailstorm
2003-03-17
Hailstorm
2002-09-18
Hailstorm
2002-09-18
Hailstorm
2002-09-18
Hailstorm
2002-05-24
Hailstorm
2002-05-24
Hailstorm
2002-04-23
Hailstorm
2002-03-08
Tornado
2001-06-05
Hailstorm
2001-06-05
Hailstorm
2001-06-05
Hailstorm
2001-06-05
Hailstorm
2001-06-05
Hailstorm
2001-06-04
Tornado
2001-06-03
Hailstorm
2001-05-17
Hailstorm
2001-04-10
Hailstorm
2001-03-14
Hailstorm
2001-03-14
Hailstorm
2001-03-14
Hailstorm
2001-03-14
Hailstorm
2000-05-25
Hailstorm
2000-05-24
Hailstorm
2000-02-17
Hailstorm
2000-02-17
Flooding
Brief Torrential Rain
1999-06-28Tornado
1999-04-05
Hailstorm
1998-06-08
Hailstorm
1998-06-08
Hailstorm
1997-06-29
Hailstorm
1997-06-29
Tornado
1997-05-25
Hailstorm
1994-04-09
Hailstorm
1994-04-09
Hailstorm
1994-04-09
Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
1994-04-09Hailstorm
1993-05-17
Hailstorm
1992-09-21
Hailstorm
1992-05-13
Hailstorm
1992-04-15
Hailstorm
1992-04-15
Hailstorm
1991-06-04
Tornado
1991-04-26
Hailstorm
1991-04-26
Hailstorm
1990-06-08
Hailstorm
1990-06-07
Tornado
1990-04-09
Hailstorm
1988-06-30
Tornado
1986-05-10
Tornado
1984-04-26
Tornado
1981-06-30
Tornado
1981-06-30
Tornado
1981-05-17
Hailstorm
1981-05-17
Hailstorm
1981-05-13
Hailstorm
1980-05-26
Hailstorm
1979-10-21
Hailstorm
1977-05-05
Tornado
1975-06-16
Hailstorm
1975-06-16
Hailstorm
1975-04-17
Hailstorm
1974-06-08
Hailstorm
1974-06-05
Hailstorm
1974-06-03
Hailstorm
1974-05-28
Hailstorm
1974-05-13
Hailstorm
1974-04-20
Tornado
1973-10-18
Tornado
1973-10-11
Hailstorm
1972-04-18
Hailstorm
1970-06-11
Hailstorm
1969-06-27
Hailstorm
1967-05-31
Hailstorm
1962-05-28
Tornado
1955-04-27