Wildfire Risk: Very Low


Tornado Risk: Low


Hurricane Risk: Low


Hail Risk: Low


Flood Risk: Low


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Very Low


Wind Risk: Moderate

HAZARDS

10

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

Ottawa County, Michigan, faces relatively low natural disaster and climate risk, with a risk rating of 78.27. Specific hazards such as hail, high winds, and flooding have low annual frequencies and moderate expected annual losses. The county experiences frequent lightning events, but the risk associated with them is relatively low. Additionally, the area has a low risk of wildfires, with very low expected annual losses and a relatively low risk rating.

The specific climate factors in Ottawa County contribute to its low hazard risk, with a mix of moderate temperatures and precipitation throughout the year. The region's geography includes Lake Michigan to the west, providing some protection from severe weather events. However, the flat terrain and proximity to water bodies increase the risk of flooding during heavy rainfall. The existence of fault lines and mountain peaks in nearby regions may influence seismic activity, although the county itself has a ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
9 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
957 mm Moderate

Average Humidity
82% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness
5/10 Moderate

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2013-04-22

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2008-06-05

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1991-12-02

Flooding

Torrential Rain

1986-09-09