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0 Catastrophes Recorded
Seal-Harbor, Maine
1 Land Tracts in Hancock County , Maine Coastal Watershed
Seal-Harbor, Maine, located in Hancock County, experiences relatively low natural disaster and climate risks, with a predominantly hardy climate and moderate precipitation levels. The area's humidity and temperature are moderate, contributing to a relatively low risk rating. However, Seal-Harbor is situated in close proximity to the Maine Coastal hydrologic unit, which could pose a potential flood risk, especially during periods of heavy precipitation. Additionally, the region's proximity to the New England hydrologic region may increase the likelihood of localized weather events.
The coastal location of Seal-Harbor exposes it to potential storm surge and coastal flooding risks, although historical data indicates a very low risk of such events. The town's geography, with its proximity to water bodies and mountain peaks, may influence the impact of extreme weather events, such as hurricanes or nor'easters. While specific fault lines are not prominent in the immediate area, the potential for seismic activity cannot be entirely discounted, given the geological characteristics of the region.
Overall, Seal-Harbor's natural disaster and climate risk assessment is relatively low, with a focus on potential flood risks associated with its coastal location and proximity to hydrologic units. The area's climate and geographical features, such as coastlines and mountain peaks, may influence the impact of extreme weather events. However, historical data and the region's overall risk assessment suggest a low likelihood of significant natural disasters occurring in Seal-Harbor, Maine.
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Coastlines
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EMERGENCY SERVICES
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Hospitals
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COMMUNITY PROFILE
Hancock County in Maine faces relatively low risk overall, with a risk rating of 69.14. Specific hazards such as hailstorms pose a very low risk with a risk rating of 24.79, while hurricanes have a relatively low risk rating of 84.34. The county's exposure to wildfires is also relatively low with a risk rating of 13.01. Hancock County has a very high resilience score of 92.52, indicating a strong ability to withstand and recover from potential natural disasters.
Climate factors in Hancock County include a relatively low earthquake risk rating of 77.41 and a moderate risk rating for lightning at 77.64. The county's proximity to water bodies such as the Atlantic Ocean may contribute to its higher risk rating for hurricanes. Additionally, the area's topography, which includes mountain peaks and forested areas, may increase the risk of wildfires. Hancock County's historical events, such as past hurricanes and thunderstorms, support ...
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