Wildfire Risk: Very Low


Tornado Risk: Very Low


Hurricane Risk: Very Low


Hail Risk: Very Low


Flood Risk: Very Low


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Very Low


Wind Risk: Very Low

HAZARDS

6

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

2

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

1

Hazard Shelters

2

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Kalkaska, Michigan has a very low overall natural disaster and climate risk rating, with specific hazards such as hail, high winds, lightning, and wildfires posing relatively low to moderate risks. The area experiences a moderate frequency of thunderstorm events, with a higher risk of hail and wind damage. Historical data shows that these events have caused some property damage in the past, but the overall risk remains relatively low compared to other regions. The presence of fault lines, mountain peaks, and water bodies in the vicinity could potentially impact the hazard risk, although the specific risks associated with these geological features are not well-documented.

The coastal proximity of Kalkaska, Michigan is worth noting, as this could increase the risk of certain natural disasters like hurricanes and storm surges. However, the area's very low risk rating for hurricanes indicates that this is not a significant threat. The relatively low risk ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
7 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
806 mm Moderate

Average Humidity
80% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness
5/10 Moderate

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Grand Traverse 02 - Whiteford Rd

2023-04-13

Turtle Creek 2

2020-09-04

Tcc

2020-06-29

Hailstorm

2015-08-14

Hailstorm

2012-05-20

Hailstorm

2012-05-03

Hailstorm

2008-06-15

Tornado

1961-09-13