Wildfire Risk: High


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

4

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

2

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

0

Hazard Shelters

2

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Flathead, Montana faces a relatively moderate overall risk level, with a high risk rating for wildfires and a very high risk rating for wave events. The area experiences a significant number of lightning events, which contribute to the relatively moderate risk level. The region is also prone to hail storms, with a very low risk rating. The presence of fault lines and mountain peaks in the area can exacerbate the risk of natural disasters, especially wildfires and lightning strikes.

The Flathead County area is characterized by diverse geological features such as mountain peaks and water bodies, which can influence the occurrence and impact of natural disasters. The proximity to water bodies like Flathead Lake and the Flathead River can contribute to an increased risk of water-related disasters such as flooding. Historical events such as wildfires and wave events have occurred in the region, highlighting the vulnerability of the area ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
5 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
839 mm Moderate

Average Humidity
69% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness
5/10 Moderate

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Lion North

2021-12-01

Abbott Creek

2021-07-13

Lion Lake

2020-08-03

Hh Green Gate Leftover

2019-10-02

Whelp Creek

2019-08-17

1150 South Fork Road

2017-08-05

Martin City 240

2017-07-25

Abbott

2015-08-30

Lion Lake

2015-08-22

Spotted Bear Road

2014-07-03