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

HazardDB

Hazard Score

125 Catastrophes Recorded

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157

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Kalamazoo County, Michigan

5 Cities with a Population of 265,148, and 100,610 Households

Kalamazoo, Michigan has a relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk rating, with a risk score of 80.56. The area is prone to hazards such as hailstorms, severe winds, and lightning strikes, with a relatively high risk rating for hail events. The risk value for hail is 3,276,720.70, indicating a higher likelihood of significant losses from hail damage compared to other events. The region also faces a moderate risk from thunderstorms, with a risk value of 306,468.28.

Specific climate factors influencing hazard risk in Kalamazoo include an average annual frequency of 54.33 lightning events, 5.70 severe wind events, and 2.38 hail events per year. The area is not prone to tsunamis or volcanic activity, with no recorded events in recent history. Kalamazoo is located inland and therefore not directly impacted by coastal risks, but its proximity to the Great Lakes may exacerbate certain weather events. The presence of fault lines or mountain peaks in the region is minimal, reducing the risk of seismic activity or landslides.

Historically, Kalamazoo has experienced significant hail events, with 81 recorded instances and a corresponding risk value of 3,276,720.70. The area's high population density of 261,632 and substantial building value of 48,700,994,915.00 contribute to the overall hazard risk. While the region's risk rating is relatively low overall, it is important to remain vigilant and prepared for potential weather-related disasters, especially those related to hail and lightning strikes.

Wildfire Risk: Very Low

Tornado Risk: Low

Hurricane Risk: Very Low

Hail Risk: Very Low

Flood Risk: Low

Tsunami Risk: Very Low

Earthquake Risk: Very Low

Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

52

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

22

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

68

Hazard Shelters

33

Fire Stations

3

Hospitals

9

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Kalamazoo County, located in Michigan, has a population of 265,148 people with a population density of 456.9 people per square mile. The county has a diverse population, with 77.1% White, 10.3% Black, 2.0% Asian, and 3.1% Hispanic residents. There is also a significant multiracial population, making up 3.1% of the total population. In terms of age demographics, Kalamazoo County has a median age of 34.2 years, with a fairly even distribution across different age groups. The county has a total of 100,610 households, with an average household size of 2.4 people. The majority of households are family households, accounting for 60% of the total, with an average family size of 2.98.

Compared to other counties in Michigan, Kalamazoo County stands out for its relatively high population density and diverse population. The county has a higher percentage of White residents compared to the state average of 75.4%, but also has a larger Black population than the state average of 14.2%. Additionally, Kalamazoo County has a higher percentage of Asian residents compared to the state average of 3.1%. The county's median age is slightly lower than the state average of 39.8 years, indicating a younger population overall. The average household size in Kalamazoo County is also lower than the state average of 2.49 people per household. Additionally, the county has a higher percentage of family households compared to the state average of 57.3%, indicating a strong sense of community and family-oriented living in Kalamazoo County.

Regions

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

10 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

971 mm Moderate

Average Humidity

83% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness

6/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

P-Fc-23-10 Unit 14 Propagation Field Rx

2023-04-25

P-Fc-23-06 Unit 14 West Rx

2023-04-24

P-Fc-20-05 Prairie Field 7 Rx

2023-04-24

Ggfwa 22-1 Augusta C Ave S Rx

2023-03-08

Ggfwa 21-1 Augusta Area 2 Rx

2023-03-08

Hailstorm

2020-08-15

Hailstorm

2020-04-07

Hurricane Alberto

2018-05-31

Flooding

Heavy Rain And Snowmelt

2018-02-19

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2009-06-10

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Heavy Rain

Tornado

1954-04-07

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