Hazard Score
45 Catastrophes Recorded
Falmouth, Kentucky
6 Land Tracts in Bracken County , Licking Watershed
Falmouth, Kentucky, located in Pendleton County, has a relatively low natural disaster and climate risk assessment. The area experiences a moderate amount of precipitation, with an average of 1116.08 mm per year, and has a temperate climate with an average temperature of 12.45°C. The humidity level is high at 84%, which can contribute to potential flooding risks during heavy rainfall events.
Geologically, Falmouth is situated near the Licking River, which could pose a flood risk during periods of heavy rainfall or snowmelt. The region is also located within the Ohio River hydrologic region, which may increase the likelihood of flooding events. While there are no specific fault lines or mountain peaks in close proximity to Falmouth, the area's topography and proximity to water bodies make it vulnerable to flooding and water-related hazards.
Overall, Falmouth faces a low risk of natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, or earthquakes. However, the area's susceptibility to flooding due to its proximity to water bodies and high humidity levels should be taken into consideration for disaster preparedness planning. It is essential for residents and local authorities to stay informed about weather patterns and implement mitigation strategies to reduce the impact of potential flooding events.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Very High
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
8
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
1
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
3
Hazard Shelters
1
Fire Stations
0
Hospitals
1
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Bracken, Kentucky has a very low overall hazard risk rating, with specific risk factors such as extreme wind events (SWND) having a relatively low rating as well. The county experiences a moderate frequency of tornadoes (TRND) and floods (RFLD), with a relatively low risk associated with these events. Lightning strikes (LTNG) and winter weather events (WNTW) also contribute to the overall risk profile, with very low to low ratings.
Bracken County is located inland and does not have any significant coastlines or fault lines that could contribute to increased hazard risk. However, the presence of water bodies like the Ohio River and creeks within the county can lead to flooding during heavy rainfall events. The county's hilly terrain and proximity to mountain peaks may also influence localized weather patterns and potentially increase the risk of landslides or mudslides during extreme precipitation events.
Overall, Bracken, Kentucky's hazard risk assessment ...
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2020-03-22Flooding
Torrential Rain
2017-07-22Flooding
Torrential Rain
2015-07-18Flooding
Heavy Rain
2015-06-27Hailstorm
2015-04-08
Hailstorm
2012-07-27
Hailstorm
2012-07-08
Hailstorm
2012-03-15
Hailstorm
2011-05-10
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2011-04-18Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snow
2011-03-07Hailstorm
2010-06-15
Flooding
Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B
2010-03-10Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-05-24Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
2008-03-17Hailstorm
2007-04-11
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2006-09-22Flooding
Heavy Rain
2005-01-05Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-05-27Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-03-05Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-01-04Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-07-05Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-06-13Hailstorm
2003-05-05
Hailstorm
2003-05-05
Flooding
Rain And Snow
2003-02-15Hailstorm
2001-10-24
Hailstorm
2000-05-16
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2000-02-18Flooding
Heavy Rain
1997-02-28Hailstorm
1996-06-06
Hailstorm
1996-05-04
Hurricane Erin
1995-08-06
Hailstorm
1995-06-10
Hailstorm
1995-03-23
Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
1994-04-09Hailstorm
1992-11-22
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1991-12-02Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-12-31Tornado
1989-11-15
Hailstorm
1982-06-09
Tornado
1968-04-23
Hailstorm
1968-04-23
Hailstorm
1968-04-23
Tornado
1956-07-19