HazardDB

HAZARDS

1

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

0

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

2

Hazard Shelters

2

Fire Stations

3

Hospitals

1

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Orleans, Louisiana, faces a relatively high natural disaster and climate risk, with a risk rating of 96.98. The area is susceptible to hurricanes, with a risk value of 147,349,034.49 for hurricane events. The region has a coastal risk score of 93.75, indicating vulnerability to storm surges and flooding. Additionally, Orleans Parish has experienced 34 hurricanes on average per year, with a high likelihood of significant impacts.

Geologically, Orleans Parish is at risk of flooding with a risk value of 266,240.95 for riverine events. The area is prone to extreme weather events such as lightning strikes, with a risk value of 1,629,176.56. The presence of water bodies like Lake Pontchartrain and the Mississippi River contributes to the area's risk of flooding. The region also has a relatively high wildfire risk, with a risk value of 132,789.22, attributed to factors such as dry conditions and vegetation cover.

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CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
21 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
1618 mm Very High

Average Humidity
87% Very High

Plant Hardiness
9/10 Very High

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