Claiborne County, Mississippi Hazard Report | Natural Catastrophe And Climate Risk

HazardDB

Hazard Score

115 Catastrophes Recorded

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104

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Claiborne County, Mississippi

0 Cities with a Population of 9,435, and 3,440 Households

Claiborne, Mississippi has a very low overall risk score of 41.20, with a very low environmental risk rating of 28.35. The county faces relatively moderate risk from thunderstorms, with a frequency of 39 events per year and an expected annual loss of $2,081,486.76. Claiborne has also experienced hail events, with 140 occurrences and an expected annual loss of $604,978.08, indicating a relatively moderate risk level.

Specific climate factors for the area include high lightning activity, with 1,939 events per year and an expected annual loss of $82,542.30. The county is also at risk for strong winds, with 111 events annually and an expected annual loss of $547,362.21. Claiborne's location near the coast increases the risk of hurricanes, with 11 events per year and an expected annual loss of $592,367.99. Geological features such as fault lines and mountain peaks in the region could further impact hazard risk, necessitating preparedness measures.

Overall, Claiborne, Mississippi faces various natural disaster risks, with a focus on thunderstorms, hail, lightning, strong winds, and hurricanes. It is crucial for residents and authorities to stay informed and prepared for potential hazards. The county's proximity to geological features such as fault lines and mountain peaks also underscores the importance of resilience strategies to mitigate risks and ensure the safety of the population.

Wildfire Risk: Very Low

Tornado Risk: Low

Hurricane Risk: Low

Hail Risk: Very Low

Flood Risk: Moderate

Tsunami Risk: Very Low

Earthquake Risk: Very Low

Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

8

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

50

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

1

Hazard Shelters

6

Fire Stations

1

Hospitals

2

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Claiborne County, located in Mississippi, has a population of 9,435 people with a population density of 18.8 per square mile. The demographic breakdown of the county shows that it is predominantly African American, with 8,104 Black residents accounting for 85.9% of the population. White residents make up only 14.5% of the population, with 1,367 individuals. The county has a relatively young population, with a median age of 33.5 years. The gender distribution is fairly balanced, with 4,519 males and 5,085 females. The county has a total of 3,440 households and 2,231 families, with an average household size of 2.53 and an average family size of 3.18.

In terms of housing, Claiborne County has a total of 4,223 housing units, with 783 units vacant. The majority of households are owner-occupied, with 2,545 owner-occupied units compared to 895 renter-occupied units. In terms of agriculture, the county has 224 farms with an average size of 323 acres, totaling 18,760 acres of cropland. The average sales value of agricultural products in 2017 was $38,437 per farm. Compared to other counties in Mississippi, Claiborne County has a lower population density and a higher percentage of African American residents. The county also has a higher average farm size and crop acreage, indicating a strong agricultural presence in the area.

Regions

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

19 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

1492 mm Very High

Average Humidity

90% Very High

Plant Hardiness

8/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Claiborne, Peyton

2022-02-09

Hurricane Ida

2021-09-04

Whiskey Branch

2021-03-15

Mp 46

2021-01-18

Abby Rd

2021-01-15

Hurricane Beta

2020-09-25

Chicago Plantation Rd

2020-06-01

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2016-02-23

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2009-12-12

Tornado

2009-05-03

Hailstorm

2009-05-03

Hailstorm

2008-12-09

Tornado

2008-09-13

Flooding

Tropical Storm Ike

2008-09-12

Flooding

Hurricane Gustav

2008-09-01

Hailstorm

2008-05-22

Flooding

Rain And Snowmelt

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1997-10-23

Hailstorm

1996-03-18

Hailstorm

1995-05-18

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1995-05-10

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1991-04-28

Hailstorm

1991-04-19

Hailstorm

1990-07-02

Flooding

Hurricane Esther

1957-09-19

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