Gratiot County, Michigan Hazard Report | Natural Catastrophe And Climate Risk

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64 Catastrophes Recorded

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Gratiot County, Michigan

4 Cities with a Population of 41,440, and 14,852 Households

Gratiot, Michigan has a very low overall risk rating for natural disasters and climate risks. The area is characterized by relatively low to moderate hazard frequencies, with events such as hail, heavy winds, and thunderstorms being the most common. The risk of these events causing significant damage is also relatively low, with the majority of risks falling into the very low to moderate categories.

Specific climate factors in the region include a moderate frequency of severe weather events such as hail and thunderstorms. Gratiot County is located in central Michigan, away from major fault lines or mountain peaks that could significantly impact hazard risk. The area is also not prone to tsunamis or volcanic activity, further contributing to its low risk profile. The presence of water bodies such as rivers and lakes may contribute to some flooding risk, but overall, the area is considered to have a very low risk of natural disasters.

Historical events in the region have shown that while severe weather events can occur, the impact on the area is typically limited. The surrounding geographical features, such as the absence of coastlines and major fault lines, further support the low risk assessment. Gratiot County's overall risk score of 47.6 out of 100 indicates a very low risk level, with specific event frequencies and expected annual losses falling within the same range. Multiple independent sources confirm the low risk profile of Gratiot, Michigan, making it a relatively safe area in terms of natural disaster and climate risk.

Wildfire Risk: Very Low

Tornado Risk: Very Low

Hurricane Risk: Low

Hail Risk: Very Low

Flood Risk: Low

Tsunami Risk: Very Low

Earthquake Risk: Very Low

Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

24

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

7

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

29

Hazard Shelters

6

Fire Stations

2

Hospitals

4

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Gratiot County, located in Michigan, has a population of 41,440 with a population density of 72.5 people per square mile. The county has a slightly lower population compared to the 2010 census data, which recorded a population of 42,476. The county is predominantly White, making up 92.9% of the population, followed by Black (5.7%), Hispanic (5.6%), and Multiracial (1.4%). The median age in Gratiot County is 38.5, with a slightly higher median age for females (40.3) compared to males (37.2). The average household size is 2.49, and there are 14,852 households in the county.

In terms of housing, Gratiot County has 16,339 housing units, with a homeownership rate of 67.9%. There are 1,487 vacant housing units in the county. The county has 812 farms as of 2017, with an average farm size of 365 acres. The total crop acres in the county amount to 272,446, with an average sale value of $346,607 per farm. Gratiot County's agricultural sector plays a significant role in the county's economy, with farming being a major industry. Compared to other counties in Michigan, Gratiot County has a higher percentage of White residents and a lower percentage of Black and Hispanic residents. Additionally, the county's average household size and homeownership rate are slightly above the state average.

Regions

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

8 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

823 mm Moderate

Average Humidity

79% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness

Hailstorm

1997-07-02

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1997-06-30

Hailstorm

1996-08-07

Hailstorm

1996-07-02

Tornado

1996-06-07

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Torrential Rain