Hazard Score
39 Catastrophes Recorded
Heart-Butte, Montana
2 Land Tracts in Pondera County , Two Medicine Watershed
Heart-Butte, Montana, located in Pondera County, faces relatively low natural disaster and climate risks. The area experiences a hardy climate with moderate precipitation, temperature, and humidity levels. Specific climate factors such as the proximity to the Two Medicine and Marias hydrologic units, part of the Missouri-Marias hydrologic region, contribute to the region's overall climate resilience.
Geological features like the nearby mountain peaks and water bodies can impact hazard risk in Heart-Butte. While the city is not directly located on coastlines or fault lines, the presence of these natural features in the surrounding area can influence the potential for natural disasters such as landslides, flooding, and seismic activity. Historical events in Montana, such as wildfires and flash floods, serve as reminders of the unpredictable nature of natural disasters in the region.
With a population of 5844 and an area of 1658.12 square kilometers, Heart-Butte's relatively low hazard risk is further supported by the Very Low ratings for lightning, trend, and earthquake risks. Although the area demonstrates a level of resilience to natural disasters, continued monitoring and preparedness efforts are essential to mitigate potential risks and ensure the safety of residents.
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
0
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
2
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
0
Hazard Shelters
1
Fire Stations
0
Hospitals
0
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Pondera County, Montana, has a very low overall natural disaster and climate risk rating, with a risk score of 6.49. Specific climate factors in the area include a relatively high susceptibility to soil erosion (SOVI score of 71.9) and moderate resilience to disasters (RESL score of 59.17). The county is prone to occurrences of extreme weather events, such as lightning strikes (LTNG events), hail (HAIL events), and high winds (SWND events).
Geological features in Pondera County that could impact hazard risk include the relatively low risk of river flooding (RFLD events) and a low likelihood of wildfires (WFIR events). The county is situated near the Rocky Mountain Front, which could contribute to increased wind events. Pondera County also has a very low risk of drought (DRGT events) and a relatively low risk of landslides (LNDS events). The area's historical events and nearby features support the assessment of low hazard ...
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
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2018-07-15
Charlie
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Hall 2
2017-10-04
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2017-09-10
Heart Butte Cemetary
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2017-09-09
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2017-03-26
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2016-08-22
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2016-04-02
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