Hazard Score
4 Catastrophes Recorded
Michigan-Center, Michigan
2 Land Tracts in Jackson County , Upper Grand Watershed
Michigan-Center, Michigan, located in Jackson County, faces a relatively low overall natural disaster risk, with specific hazards varying in severity. The area's climate is characterized by moderate temperatures and high humidity, with a moderate level of precipitation. While the risk of hurricanes and tsunamis is very low, the region experiences relatively high trends in severe weather events such as storms and flooding. The presence of fault lines and relatively low-lying lands increases the vulnerability to these hazards.
The region is situated within the Upper Grand hydrologic unit and Southeastern Lake Michigan accounting unit, which can lead to increased flood risk, especially during heavy precipitation events. Michigan-Center's proximity to water bodies like Lake Michigan and various rivers heightens the potential for flooding. Additionally, the area's geological features, including some mountain peaks in the region, may exacerbate the impact of severe weather phenomena such as thunderstorms and winter storms.
While Michigan-Center is not prone to extreme natural disasters like earthquakes or volcanic activity, the combination of climate factors, hydrological units, and geological features necessitates preparedness for severe weather events and flooding. Historical data and nearby geographical elements underline the importance of monitoring and planning for potential hazards in this region, despite the overall relatively low risk rating.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
6
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
1
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
3
Hazard Shelters
1
Fire Stations
0
Hospitals
0
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Jackson, Michigan has a relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk rating, with a risk score of 73.94. However, specific hazards such as hail, flooding, and extreme winds pose moderate risk in the region. The area experiences 112 hail events per year, with a risk value of 160,481.23, indicating a relatively low risk rating. Moreover, flooding events occur 11 times annually, with a risk value of 294,297.47 and a relatively low risk rating. Extreme wind events happen 14 times yearly, with a risk value of 312,348.11, also rated as relatively moderate in risk.
Jackson, Michigan is characterized by its inland location with no coastlines or major fault lines. The area does not have any active volcanoes, tsunamis, or significant seismic activity, contributing to a lower risk profile compared to coastal or fault-line regions. The presence of water bodies like rivers and lakes, however, increases the risk of flooding ...
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2013-04-22Flooding
Heavy Rain
2009-06-10Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-12-10Flooding
Heavy Rain
1991-12-02