Menominee County, Michigan

4 Cities with a Population of 23,529, and 10,474 Households

Menominee, Michigan has a very low overall risk rating for natural disasters and climate events. The risk score is 7.64, with specific risk ratings for various events such as floods, windstorms, lightning, and wildfires falling in the very low to relatively low categories. The area has a relatively low vulnerability score of 9.29, indicating a minimal exposure to potential hazards. Menominee's relatively low SOVI score of 22.53 and relatively high resilience score of 79.03 further emphasize its low risk level.

The region's specific climate factors, including frequent lightning events at a rate of 302 occurrences, contribute to its overall risk assessment. Menominee's proximity to water bodies like Lake Michigan and fault lines in the region could impact hazard risk, although historical events related to these features have been minimal. The area's mountain peaks and geological features have not significantly impacted hazard risk, with most events like flooding and windstorms occurring at a low frequency compared to other regions.

Overall, Menominee's natural disaster and climate risk assessment is characterized by very low to relatively low risk levels across various events. The area's specific ratios and percentages for different hazards, along with historical event data, support the assessment of minimal exposure to significant risks. While the region may experience occasional events like wildfires and floods, its overall risk rating of very low indicates a low likelihood of major disasters impacting the area.