Hazard Score
47 Catastrophes Recorded
West Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
0 Cities with a Population of 28,668, and 8,688 Households
West Baton Rouge Parish in Louisiana faces relatively low to moderate risks of natural disasters, with a diverse range of hazards including hail, hurricanes, lightning, and floods. The area is prone to flooding due to its proximity to the Mississippi River and other water bodies, with a 25% annual flood frequency. Additionally, the parish experiences frequent lightning strikes with an annual frequency of 137 strikes per square mile, contributing to the overall risk score of 62.23.
Specific climate factors in West Baton Rouge, such as high wind events and tornadoes, can increase the risk of property damage and loss. The area is also at a moderate risk of riverine flooding, with a 20% annual frequency. Furthermore, the presence of fault lines and relatively low-lying areas exacerbates the risk of flooding and storm surge during hurricanes. The region's vulnerability to extreme weather events is further highlighted by historical data showing an average of 27 hurricanes impacting the Louisiana coastline every century.
Overall, West Baton Rouge Parish is relatively low in terms of volcanic and tsunami risks, with no recorded events in recent history. However, the area's susceptibility to wildfires is a concern, with a 0.0015 annual frequency of wildfires affecting the region. The combination of geological features like fault lines and water bodies, along with climate factors like high wind events and hurricanes, underscores the need for comprehensive disaster preparedness and risk mitigation strategies in West Baton Rouge Parish.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Moderate
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Very Low
HAZARDS
35
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
0
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
9
Hazard Shelters
14
Fire Stations
0
Hospitals
4
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
West Baton Rouge Parish is located in Louisiana and has a population of 28,668. The population density is 140.7 people per square mile, with a median age of 35.8. The population is relatively evenly split between males (40.8%) and females (42.2%), with a slightly higher number of females. The racial makeup of the parish is predominantly White (49.8%) and Black or African American (31.3%), with smaller percentages of other races such as Hispanic (1.9%) and Asian (0.3%). The average household size is 2.67, with a total of 8,688 households in the parish. In terms of housing, there are 9,324 housing units, with 68.8% being owner-occupied and 24.3% renter-occupied.
Compared to other counties in Louisiana, West Baton Rouge Parish has a higher population density (140.7 people per square mile) and median age (35.8). The racial composition of the parish is more diverse than some other counties, with a relatively even split between White and Black residents. The percentage of owner-occupied housing units in West Baton Rouge Parish is higher than the state average, indicating a higher rate of home ownership. Additionally, the average farm size and crop acreage in the parish are larger than the state average, with 111 farms covering 29,838 acres in 2017. Overall, West Baton Rouge Parish has a diverse population, a relatively young median age, and a strong agricultural presence compared to other counties in Louisiana.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Flooding
Tropical Storm Ida
2021-08-29Tornado
2020-06-24
Hailstorm
2020-04-23
Hailstorm
2020-04-23
Flooding
Torrential Rain And Tropical Storm
2019-07-09Hailstorm
2018-05-18
Hailstorm
2017-03-25
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2016-08-14Hailstorm
2015-09-06
Hailstorm
2013-05-10
Hurricane Isaac
2012-09-01
Flooding
Hurricane Isaac
2012-08-28Hailstorm
2012-02-18
Hurricane Lee
2011-09-06
Hailstorm
2011-06-06
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2011-05-01Hailstorm
2011-04-15
Hailstorm
2011-02-01
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2009-12-12Hailstorm
2009-07-02
Flooding
Hurricane Gustav
2008-09-01Hailstorm
2008-05-14
Hailstorm
2008-05-03
Hailstorm
2006-09-30
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-02-22Flooding
Tropical Cyclone
1998-09-15Flooding
Tropical Cyclone
1998-09-11Hailstorm
1995-03-07
Tornado
1995-01-18
Flooding
Torrential Rain
1993-01-20Hailstorm
1992-03-25
Flooding
Torrential Rain
1991-06-11Flooding
Heavy Rain
1991-04-28Tornado
1991-03-01
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-01-26Hailstorm
1988-05-10
Tornado
1984-05-03
Hailstorm
1983-05-21
Hailstorm
1983-04-06
Tornado
1983-02-05
Tornado
1983-01-31
Tornado
1974-03-21
Tornado
1972-02-29
Hailstorm
1966-04-13
Hurricane Hilda
1964-10-07
Hurricane Arlene
1959-06-02
Tornado
1957-10-16