Huron County, Michigan, with a population of 31,395, has a very low overall risk rating of 27.62, indicating minimal exposure to natural disasters. The county's most significant hazard risk comes from hail events, with a relatively low risk score of 7.03. The area also experiences moderate risks from severe wind events and thunderstorms, with risk scores of 50.68 and 22.33, respectively.

Specific climate factors for Huron County include a relatively moderate risk (74.88) of severe wind events due to its proximity to Lake Huron, which can enhance wind speeds and create hazardous conditions. Additionally, the county has a relatively low risk (50.43) of tornado events, with historical records showing a frequency of 13 events per year on average. Huron County's coastline along Lake Huron and its flat terrain make it susceptible to flooding from heavy rainfall, resulting in a relatively low risk score of 31.40 for riverine flooding.

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