Wildfire Risk: Very Low


Tornado Risk: Low


Hurricane Risk: Low


Hail Risk: Very Low


Flood Risk: Moderate High


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Very Low


Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

0

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

0

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

0

Hazard Shelters

0

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

East Baton Rouge, Louisiana faces a relatively high risk of natural disasters, with a risk rating of 98.89. The area is particularly susceptible to hurricanes, with a risk rating of 97.62, indicating a relatively high likelihood of occurrence. Additionally, the region experiences frequent lightning strikes, with a risk rating of 99.16, signifying a very high risk. The presence of fault lines and coastal proximity further elevates the risk of earthquakes and tsunamis, although specific data on these events is limited.

Geologically, East Baton Rouge is situated near coastlines and water bodies, increasing the risk of hurricanes and flooding. The area's proximity to fault lines also raises concerns about potential earthquake activity. The region's historical data shows a significant number of lightning strikes and hail events, further emphasizing the risk of these natural disasters. The presence of mountain peaks and water bodies in the vicinity may also impact hazard risk, ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
20 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
1576 mm Very High

Average Humidity
89% Very High

Plant Hardiness
8/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Flooding

Tropical Storm Ida

2021-08-29

Flooding

Torrential Rain And Tropical Storm

2019-07-09

Flooding

Hurricane Isaac

2012-08-28

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2011-05-01

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2009-12-12

Flooding

Hurricane Gustav

2008-09-01

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2003-02-22

Flooding

Tropical Cyclone

1998-09-15

Flooding

Torrential Rain

1993-01-20

Flooding

Torrential Rain

1991-06-11

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1991-04-28

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1990-01-26