Hazard Score
196 Catastrophes Recorded
Chicot County, Arkansas
3 Cities with a Population of 11,198, and 4,579 Households
Washington County, Mississippi faces a relatively moderate overall risk level, with a special emphasis on hail events and high wind occurrences. The area experiences a significant number of lightning strikes, with an annual frequency of 71.88 events per year, contributing to a relatively moderate risk rating. Additionally, the region is prone to tornado events, with an annual frequency of 0.61, further increasing the risk level.
The geological features in Washington County include the Mississippi River, which poses a flood risk due to its proximity. The region is also characterized by flat terrain, which can lead to waterlogging and increased flooding during heavy rainfall events. With a high wind hazard risk rating, the area's susceptibility to damaging wind events is a significant concern for residents and infrastructure.
Historically, Washington County has experienced multiple hail events, with an annual frequency of 3.41 occurrences. These events have contributed to a relatively low risk rating for hail hazards in the area. The presence of fault lines and seismic activity in neighboring regions could also pose a potential risk for earthquakes, although the frequency of such events in Washington County is relatively low.
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
28
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
22
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
4
Hazard Shelters
14
Fire Stations
3
Hospitals
6
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Chicot County, located in Arkansas, has a population of 11,198 people with a population density of 16.2 people per square mile. The county has a relatively diverse population with 43.4% White, 56.9% Black, and smaller percentages of other races such as Asian, Hispanic, and multiracial individuals. The median age in Chicot County is 41.7, with a slightly higher median age for females at 44.5 compared to males at 39.1. The county has a total of 4,579 households, with an average household size of 2.42, and 65% of households are occupied by owners while 35% are renter-occupied. Additionally, Chicot County has a total of 291 farms as of 2017, with an average farm size of 1,057 acres and an average farm sale of $509,519.
When compared to other counties in Arkansas, Chicot County has a lower population density at 16.2 people per square mile, compared to the state average of 56.7 people per square mile. The county also has a higher percentage of Black residents at 56.9% compared to the state average of 15.4%. Additionally, the average farm sale in Chicot County is $509,519, which is lower than the state average of $654,055. However, Chicot County has a higher average farm size at 1,057 acres compared to the state average of 925 acres. Overall, Chicot County showcases a unique demographic and agricultural profile within the state of Arkansas.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Yazoo
2023-06-29
Hurricane Delta
2020-10-11
Hailstorm
2020-04-22
Hurricane Gordon
2018-09-07
Hailstorm
2018-05-15
Hailstorm
2018-03-10
Hailstorm
2018-03-10
Hailstorm
2017-11-03
Hailstorm
2017-11-03
Hurricane Harvey
2017-09-02
Tornado
2017-04-18
Hailstorm
2016-11-29
Hailstorm
2016-03-18
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2016-03-18
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2016-03-13
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2015-12-15Hailstorm
2015-05-16
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2015-04-19
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2015-03-31
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2014-10-12
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2014-07-02
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2014-04-27
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2014-04-27
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2014-04-24
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2014-04-06
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2014-04-06
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2014-03-28
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2014-03-28
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2014-03-28
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2014-03-28
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2013-07-11
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2013-06-05
Tornado
2013-04-18
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2013-04-18
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2013-03-23
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2013-03-18
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2012-06-04
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2012-06-04
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2012-06-04
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2012-05-30
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2012-04-05
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2012-04-05
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2012-03-02
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2011-06-05
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2011-05-25
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Heavy Rain
2011-05-01Hailstorm
2011-04-20
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2011-04-20
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2011-04-04
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2011-04-04
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2010-12-11
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2010-12-11
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2010-10-24
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2010-10-24
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2010-10-12
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2010-05-16
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2010-04-23
Tornado
2009-10-09
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2009-05-27
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2009-05-06
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2009-05-05
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2009-04-09
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2009-04-02
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2009-02-27
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2009-02-27
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2009-02-27
Flooding
Tropical Storm Ike
2008-09-12Flooding
Hurricane Gustav
2008-09-01Hailstorm
2008-07-10
Tornado
2008-05-02
Hailstorm
2008-05-02
Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
2008-03-17Hailstorm
2008-03-14
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2008-03-14
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2007-11-21
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2007-05-03
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2007-05-03
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2007-03-01
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2007-02-24
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2007-02-24
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-01-15Tornado
2006-04-07
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2006-04-07
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2006-04-07
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2006-04-07
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2006-04-07
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2006-04-07
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2006-04-07
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2006-04-07
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2006-04-07
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2006-04-07
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2006-04-07
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2006-02-03
Tornado
2005-11-28
Tornado
2005-09-24
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-12-07Hailstorm
2004-08-28
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2003-05-11
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2003-04-24
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2003-04-24
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-02-22Hailstorm
2002-03-31
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2002-03-25
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2002-03-25
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2001-11-28Tornado
2001-11-24
Hailstorm
2001-06-27
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2001-06-27
Tornado
2001-02-24
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2000-03-27
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2000-03-10
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2000-03-10
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2000-02-18
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1999-05-05
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1999-05-05
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1999-05-05
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1999-01-22
Tornado
1999-01-21
Tornado
1999-01-21
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1999-01-21
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1999-01-08
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1999-01-08
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1998-05-09
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1997-05-27
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1997-05-02
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1997-04-27
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1996-10-17
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1996-06-18
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1996-04-20
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1996-04-20
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1995-05-15
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1995-05-10Hailstorm
1995-04-20
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1995-04-20
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1995-04-20
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1995-02-27
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1995-01-27
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1994-05-30
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1994-04-15
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1994-03-27
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1993-11-13Hailstorm
1993-05-12
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1993-03-31
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1993-03-30
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1992-03-29
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1991-04-28
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1991-04-28Hailstorm
1991-04-27
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1991-04-26
Tornado
1991-04-19
Hailstorm
1991-03-22
Flooding
Torrential Rain
1990-05-31Hailstorm
1990-02-15
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1990-02-02
Tornado
1989-04-04
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1989-03-29Hailstorm
1988-03-29
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1987-05-02
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1986-04-08
Hurricane Danny
1985-08-20
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1984-03-24
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1983-04-07
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1981-05-18
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1981-03-22
Tornado
1980-10-17
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1978-05-01
Tornado
1978-04-17
Tornado
1976-02-17
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1975-04-09
Tornado
1974-04-22
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1974-04-01
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1974-04-01
Tornado
1973-12-04
Hailstorm
1973-11-26
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1972-07-01
Tornado
1972-04-21
Tornado
1970-06-04
Hailstorm
1969-11-12
Tornado
1969-06-19
Hailstorm
1969-06-19
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1969-06-19
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1969-06-19
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1967-05-14
Tornado
1966-11-10
Tornado
1966-06-28
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1965-04-11
Tornado
1965-02-09
Tornado
1964-11-19
Hailstorm
1960-10-05
Hailstorm
1958-06-19
Hurricane Esther
1957-09-19
Hurricane Audrey
1957-06-29
Tornado
1957-04-03
Tornado
1953-02-20