Hazard Score
108 Catastrophes Recorded
Ottawa County, Michigan
1 Cities with a Population of 295,776, and 93,775 Households
Ottawa County, Michigan, faces relatively low natural disaster and climate risk, with a risk rating of 78.27. Specific hazards such as hail, high winds, and flooding have low annual frequencies and moderate expected annual losses. The county experiences frequent lightning events, but the risk associated with them is relatively low. Additionally, the area has a low risk of wildfires, with very low expected annual losses and a relatively low risk rating.
The specific climate factors in Ottawa County contribute to its low hazard risk, with a mix of moderate temperatures and precipitation throughout the year. The region's geography includes Lake Michigan to the west, providing some protection from severe weather events. However, the flat terrain and proximity to water bodies increase the risk of flooding during heavy rainfall. The existence of fault lines and mountain peaks in nearby regions may influence seismic activity, although the county itself has a low risk of earthquakes.
Despite the low overall risk in Ottawa County, it is essential for residents and officials to remain prepared for potential natural disasters. By staying informed about local emergency procedures and maintaining awareness of climate trends, the community can mitigate risks and respond effectively to any hazardous events that may occur. Additionally, continued monitoring of geological features and climate patterns will help ensure the county's resilience to future natural disasters.
HAZARDS
84
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
9
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
110
Hazard Shelters
36
Fire Stations
4
Hospitals
4
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Br-2022a Bakale Tract Rx
2023-05-04
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snowmelt
2018-02-19Hailstorm
2017-08-03
Hailstorm
2016-04-25
Hailstorm
2016-04-25
Hailstorm
2016-04-25
Hailstorm
2014-07-27
Hailstorm
2014-06-18
Hailstorm
2014-04-29
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2013-04-22Hailstorm
2011-07-01
Hailstorm
2011-06-21
Hailstorm
2011-06-21
Hailstorm
2011-04-26
Hailstorm
2011-04-19
Tornado
2010-06-21
Hailstorm
2010-04-06
Hailstorm
2010-04-06
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-12-10Hailstorm
2008-07-07
Hailstorm
2008-07-07
Hailstorm
2008-06-05
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-06-05Hailstorm
2007-10-18
Hailstorm
2007-10-18
Hailstorm
2007-07-26
Hailstorm
2006-07-17
Hailstorm
2006-07-09
Hailstorm
2006-07-09
Hailstorm
2005-11-09
Hailstorm
2005-11-08
Hailstorm
2004-08-02
Hailstorm
2004-05-20
Hailstorm
2004-05-11
Hailstorm
2004-04-18
Hailstorm
2004-03-01
Hailstorm
2003-08-03
Hailstorm
2003-07-20
Hailstorm
2003-05-10
Hailstorm
2002-06-15
Hailstorm
2001-10-24
Hailstorm
2001-10-24
Hailstorm
2001-08-22
Hailstorm
2001-06-15
Hailstorm
2001-06-10
Tornado
2001-05-21
Tornado
2001-04-11
Hailstorm
2001-04-11
Hailstorm
2000-05-18
Hailstorm
2000-05-18
Hailstorm
1999-07-28
Hailstorm
1999-07-28
Hailstorm
1998-05-06
Hailstorm
1998-04-16
Hailstorm
1997-09-19
Hailstorm
1997-09-19
Hailstorm
1997-05-05
Hailstorm
1997-05-05
Hailstorm
1997-05-05
Hailstorm
1997-05-05
Hailstorm
1997-04-12
Hailstorm
1996-06-10
Hailstorm
1996-04-12
Hailstorm
1994-04-15
Hailstorm
1994-04-15
Tornado
1992-06-17
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1991-12-02Hailstorm
1991-07-07
Hailstorm
1991-07-07
Tornado
1991-05-30
Hailstorm
1988-10-16
Hailstorm
1988-09-03
Hailstorm
1986-10-08
Flooding
Torrential Rain
1986-09-09Hailstorm
1985-07-04
Hailstorm
1985-05-30
Hailstorm
1984-08-30
Hailstorm
1984-08-30
Hailstorm
1983-07-28
Hailstorm
1983-07-28
Hailstorm
1980-09-22
Tornado
1979-08-09
Tornado
1979-08-09
Tornado
1979-08-09
Hailstorm
1979-06-20
Hailstorm
1978-07-26
Tornado
1978-05-13
Hailstorm
1976-06-15
Tornado
1976-03-12
Tornado
1975-06-17
Hailstorm
1974-07-28
Hailstorm
1974-06-20
Hailstorm
1972-07-17
Hailstorm
1971-06-07
Hailstorm
1967-06-09
Tornado
1966-07-12
Tornado
1965-09-04
Hailstorm
1965-07-28
Hailstorm
1965-06-22
Tornado
1965-04-11
Tornado
1963-06-09
Hailstorm
1963-03-19
Tornado
1961-09-22
Hailstorm
1961-09-22
Hurricane Carla
1961-09-18
Hailstorm
1961-08-15
Tornado
1957-06-22
Tornado
1956-03-06