Wildfire Risk: Very Low


Tornado Risk: Very Low


Hurricane Risk: Very Low


Hail Risk: Very Low


Flood Risk: Very Low


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Very Low


Wind Risk: Very Low

HAZARDS

7

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

5

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

4

Hazard Shelters

1

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Alpena, Michigan has a very low overall risk rating for natural disasters, with a risk score of 5.98 and a risk value of 1,094,956.91. The area is prone to flooding events, with a relatively low risk rating and a risk value of 48,012.99. Additionally, the region experiences frequent thunderstorms, with a relatively low risk rating and a risk value of 65,604.57. Historic events and nearby features suggest that flooding and thunderstorms are the most significant hazards in the area.

Specific climate factors in Alpena, Michigan include high wind events, hailstorms, and winter storms, which contribute to its moderate risk rating for these events. The region's proximity to the Great Lakes and its expansive coastline make it susceptible to lake-effect snow and severe weather conditions. Additionally, the area's topography featuring mountain peaks and fault lines further increase the risk of natural disasters such as landslides and earthquakes. These geological features ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
7 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
763 mm Moderate

Average Humidity
83% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness
4/10 Moderate

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Montmorency 08 - Cr459

2023-05-18

Hailstorm

2016-07-08

Hailstorm

2008-06-06

Hailstorm

2007-07-19

Hailstorm

2007-07-05

Hailstorm

2007-07-05

Hailstorm

2006-07-09

Tornado

2004-06-13

Hailstorm

1998-08-23

Hailstorm

1997-07-16

Hailstorm

1997-07-02

Hailstorm

1990-08-27

Hailstorm

1990-08-27