Wildfire Risk: Very Low


Tornado Risk: Low


Hurricane Risk: Low


Hail Risk: Very Low


Flood Risk: Low


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Very Low


Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

0

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

2

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

0

Hazard Shelters

0

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Ionia County in Michigan has a relatively low overall risk of natural disasters, with specific hazards such as hail, high winds, tornadoes, and winter storms being the most frequent events. The county experiences an average of 135 severe wind events annually, which is a significant factor contributing to the risk assessment. The area also faces a moderate risk of hail storms, with an average of 77 events per year, impacting the overall hazard risk index.

The geographical features of Ionia County, including the presence of water bodies like rivers and lakes, can exacerbate the risk of flooding during heavy rainfall events. The county's proximity to Lake Michigan increases the likelihood of severe weather events, such as thunderstorms and lightning strikes. Additionally, the county's location in the Great Lakes region makes it susceptible to lake-effect snowstorms during the winter months, further contributing to the overall hazard risk in the area.
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
9 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
888 mm Moderate

Average Humidity
79% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness
5/10 Moderate

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2013-04-22

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2008-12-10

Hurricane Gustav

2008-09-05

Hailstorm

2003-05-10

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1991-12-02

Flooding

Torrential Rain

1986-09-09