Wildfire Risk: Very Low


Tornado Risk: Low


Hurricane Risk: Very Low


Hail Risk: Moderate


Flood Risk: High


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Very Low


Wind Risk: Moderate

HAZARDS

2

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

0

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

5

Hazard Shelters

1

Fire Stations

1

Hospitals

1

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Based on the hazard risk indexes, Johnson County, Kansas, faces relatively moderate overall risk, with a high vulnerability to climate-related events. The county has a high frequency of severe weather events such as hailstorms, tornadoes, and lightning strikes, which contribute significantly to the overall risk score. Additionally, the county experiences a moderate frequency of windstorms and flooding events, further adding to the overall hazard risk.

Johnson County's geographical features include a mix of urban and rural areas, with no significant coastlines or fault lines present. However, the county is characterized by its flat terrain, which can exacerbate flooding events. The presence of several water bodies in the area, including streams and reservoirs, also increases the risk of flooding during heavy rainfall events. Additionally, the county's proximity to major highways and urban centers may impact evacuation efforts and disaster response during emergencies.

Historical events in the region include tornado ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
13 °F Cold
Average Precipitation
1003 mm Moderate
Average Humidity
81% Moderately High
Plant Hardiness
6/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Hailstorm

2019-09-27

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2019-04-30

Flooding

Snowmelt, Heavy Rain, Ice Jams

2019-03-13

Flooding

Torrential Rain

2017-08-22

Hailstorm

2016-04-26

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2015-12-15

Hailstorm

2015-07-25

Hailstorm

2014-04-02

Flooding

Torrential Rain

2013-08-05

Flooding

Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B

2010-03-10

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2008-06-05

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2007-08-16

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2007-05-06

Hailstorm

2007-04-27

Hailstorm

2007-02-28

Hailstorm

2007-02-28

Hailstorm

2007-02-28

Hailstorm

2006-06-27

Hailstorm

2006-06-10

Hailstorm

2006-06-10

Hailstorm

2006-06-10

Hailstorm

2006-04-23

Hailstorm

2006-04-23

Hailstorm

2006-04-22

Hailstorm

2006-03-12

Hailstorm

2006-03-12

Hailstorm

2005-11-27

Hailstorm

2003-08-01

Hailstorm

2003-06-22

Hailstorm

2003-06-22

Hailstorm

2003-05-08

Hailstorm

2003-05-04

Hailstorm

2003-05-04

Hailstorm

2003-04-30

Hailstorm

2003-04-30

Hailstorm

2003-03-12

Hailstorm

2003-03-12

Hailstorm

2002-07-19

Hailstorm

2002-04-19

Hailstorm

2002-02-19

Hailstorm

2001-08-30

Hailstorm

2001-06-01

Hailstorm

2001-04-10

Hailstorm

2001-04-03

Hailstorm

2000-05-21

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1995-05-10

Hailstorm

1995-04-16

Flooding

Rain And Snowmelt

1994-04-09

Hailstorm

1993-04-12

Hailstorm

1992-07-15

Hailstorm

1992-04-11

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1989-06-02

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1989-03-26

Hailstorm

1987-05-18

Hailstorm

1980-06-02

Hailstorm

1976-08-10

Hailstorm

1974-08-19

Hailstorm

1973-06-26

Hailstorm

1972-05-23

Hailstorm

1969-04-08

Hailstorm

1966-06-28

Hailstorm

1966-05-15

Hailstorm

1964-05-26

Hailstorm

1964-05-26

Hailstorm

1964-05-26

Hailstorm

1963-09-25

Hailstorm

1963-05-04

Hailstorm

1961-07-24

Hailstorm

1961-03-26

Hailstorm

1960-04-15

Hailstorm

1959-06-11

Hailstorm

1959-05-29

Hailstorm

1959-04-27

Hailstorm

1959-04-27

Hailstorm

1959-03-31
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