HAZARDS

14

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

0

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

1

Hazard Shelters

1

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Charles County, Maryland, faces relatively low to moderate risk levels for various natural hazards, with a diverse range of events including flooding, thunderstorms, and winter storms. With a population of 166,485 and significant building and agricultural values at risk, the county has a risk rating of "Relatively Low" to "Relatively Moderate" across different hazard categories. Specific risks include flooding events with an annual frequency of 1.29 and a relatively low risk score of 23.1, while lightning events are more frequent (62.4) but have a higher risk score of 84.9, indicating a relatively high risk level. The county's location along the Potomac River and its proximity to the Chesapeake Bay contribute to its vulnerability to flooding events, while its inland position reduces coastal risks.

Geologically, Charles County is characterized by its flat terrain, with no significant mountain peaks or fault lines that would increase seismic hazards. However, the county's extensive ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
14 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
1131 mm Moderate

Average Humidity
80% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness
7/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Hailstorm

2016-06-21

Hailstorm

2016-06-21

Flooding

Tropical Storm Irene

2011-08-27

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2010-03-27

Flooding

Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B

2010-03-10

Flooding

Tropical Storm Ida

2009-11-10

Tornado

2008-04-20

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2006-06-25

Hailstorm

2006-04-13

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2003-11-19

Flooding

Tropical Cyclone

2003-09-18

Hailstorm

2002-04-28

Flooding

Tropical Cyclone

1999-09-14

Flooding

Tropical Cyclone

1998-02-03

Flooding

Tropical Cyclone

1996-09-05

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1985-11-01