Hattiesburg, Mississippi Natural Disasters

HazardDB

Hazard Score

203 Catastrophes Recorded

Historical_Hail

112

Historical_Tornadoes

Historical_Hurricanes

Historical_Floods

Historical_Wind

138

Historical_Wildfires

Hattiesburg, Mississippi

22 Land Tracts in Forrest County , Lower Leaf Watershed

Hattiesburg, Mississippi, located in Lamar County, faces relatively low natural disaster and climate risks overall. The area experiences moderate precipitation levels and high humidity, which can contribute to localized flooding during heavy rainfall events. However, the city's risk of hurricanes is relatively moderate due to its inland location, decreasing the likelihood of direct impacts from coastal storms. The region also has very low earthquake and volcanic risk, providing some level of stability in terms of geological hazards.

While Hattiesburg is not directly located on a fault line or coastline, it is surrounded by water bodies such as rivers and creeks that can pose flood risks during extreme weather events. The city's proximity to Gulf Coast regions increases the potential for tropical storms and hurricanes to impact the area, although the risk remains relatively moderate. Additionally, the presence of mountain peaks in the surrounding region may influence localized weather patterns, potentially leading to increased lightning risk in the area.

Overall, Hattiesburg's natural disaster and climate risk assessment is influenced by its geographical features, including its inland location, surrounding water bodies, and nearby mountainous terrain. While the city faces some level of risk from severe weather events such as flooding and lightning, the overall risk profile remains relatively low compared to other regions with higher susceptibility to earthquakes, volcanoes, or coastal hazards. Residents should remain vigilant and prepared for potential weather-related emergencies, but the city's overall risk level is manageable.

Wildfire Risk: Very Low

Tornado Risk: Low

Hurricane Risk: Low

Hail Risk: Low

Flood Risk: Moderate

Tsunami Risk: Very Low

Earthquake Risk: Very Low

Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

32

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

22

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

11

Hazard Shelters

13

Fire Stations

2

Hospitals

2

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Forrest, Mississippi faces a relatively moderate risk of natural disasters, with a risk score of 86.54. The county has experienced events such as flooding, hail storms, and strong winds, with a notable frequency of lightning strikes. The area's high vulnerability to natural disasters is reflected in the estimated risk value of over $30 million, with specific risks including hail damage and flooding.

Specific climate factors in Forrest County, Mississippi, such as high levels of precipitation and frequent lightning strikes, contribute to the region's hazard risk. The presence of water bodies like rivers and lakes increases the likelihood of flooding events. Additionally, the county's proximity to the Gulf of Mexico exposes it to potential hurricanes and tropical storms, further elevating the risk of natural disasters.

Geological features in the region, including fault lines and proximity to mountain peaks, can also impact hazard risk in Forrest County. The county's topography, ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

19 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

1552 mm Very High

Average Humidity

84% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness

8/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Lane 6

2023-03-23

East Walls Creek

2023-03-13

Range 45 South

2023-03-09

Lane 3

2023-02-24

Morris Road

2023-02-23

Bradley Reloaded

2023-02-06

Range 46-47

2023-01-28

365 B

2022-10-04

Jay West

2022-09-29

Paul B

2022-03-27

Merry

2021-12-27

Hurricane Claudette

2021-06-23

Flooding

Tropical Storm Claudette

2021-06-19

De Soto Bb7538 Mprch

2021-05-23

De Soto Bb 7538 Unit 4

2021-05-08

Walls

2021-03-22

Poplar

2021-03-12

Davis

2021-03-07

313b

2021-03-01

Jan

2021-02-24

Walls Creek

2020-12-22

Range 18c

2020-11-14

Hurricane Zeta

2020-10-30

Flooding

Tropical Storm Sally

2020-09-15

Natasha

2015-02-19

Tuna

2015-02-11

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2014-04-01

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2014-03-25

Hailstorm

2013-03-18

Flooding

Hurricane Isaac

Hailstorm

2010-03-01

Hailstorm

2010-02-22

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2009-12-12

Flooding

Tropical Storm Ida

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Hailstorm

2003-03-06

Hailstorm

2003-03-06

Hailstorm

2003-03-06

Hailstorm

2003-03-06

Flooding

Tornado

1999-04-14

Hailstorm

1999-04-14

Hailstorm

1999-01-29

Flooding

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