Hazard Score
187 Catastrophes Recorded
Polk County, Nebraska
5 Cities with a Population of 5,427, and 2,212 Households
Butler, Nebraska has a very low overall natural disaster and climate risk level, with a risk rating of "Very Low" based on various hazard risk indexes. The area is prone to events such as severe thunderstorms, hail, and high winds, with relatively low frequencies and impacts compared to other regions in Nebraska. The area also experiences flooding, with a risk rating of "Very Low" and a relatively low risk value.
Specific climate factors for Butler, Nebraska include a moderate frequency of lightning events, with a risk rating of "Relatively Moderate" indicating a slightly higher risk level. The area is also prone to tornado events, with a risk rating of "Relatively Low" and a moderate risk value. The region is not affected by hurricanes or tsunamis, with these events considered "Not Applicable" in this area.
Geological features in Butler, Nebraska that could impact hazard risk include nearby water bodies and fault lines. The area does not have coastlines or mountain peaks that could significantly impact hazard risk. Historical events in the region support the low risk assessment, with no major disasters reported in recent years. Overall, Butler, Nebraska is considered a relatively safe area in terms of natural disaster and climate risks.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
5
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
54
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
20
Hazard Shelters
12
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
1
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Polk County, Nebraska, has a population of 5,427 with a population density of 12.3 people per square mile. The county has a predominantly White population, with 97.5% of residents identifying as White, and small percentages of Black, American Indian, Asian, and Hispanic individuals. The county also has a relatively balanced gender distribution, with 49.7% males and 50.3% females. The median age in Polk County is 45.3 years, with a slightly higher median age for females (46.1) compared to males (44.4). The average household size in the county is 2.39, and the majority of households are occupied by families (68.9%).
Compared to other counties in Nebraska, Polk County has a lower population and population density, with a higher percentage of White residents. The median age in Polk County is slightly higher than the state average of 36.4 years, indicating an older population in the county. The percentage of households occupied by families in Polk County is also higher than the state average of 63.1%, showing a strong family-oriented community. Additionally, the county has a significant number of farms, with 432 farms in 2017 covering a total of 224,983 acres, indicating a strong agricultural presence in the area.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Hailstorm
2020-08-16
Hailstorm
2020-08-16
Hailstorm
2019-05-05
Hailstorm
2019-05-05
Flooding
Snowmelt, Heavy Rain, Ice Jams
2019-03-13Hailstorm
2018-06-06
Hailstorm
2018-06-06
Hailstorm
2018-05-01
Hailstorm
2018-05-01
Hailstorm
2018-05-01
Hailstorm
2018-05-01
Hailstorm
2018-05-01
Hailstorm
2018-05-01
Hailstorm
2018-05-01
Hailstorm
2017-06-13
Hailstorm
2017-06-13
Hailstorm
2017-06-13
Tornado
2015-09-23
Hailstorm
2015-09-18
Hailstorm
2015-04-12
Hailstorm
2015-04-12
Hailstorm
2015-04-12
Hailstorm
2014-08-31
Hailstorm
2014-08-31
Hailstorm
2014-08-31
Hailstorm
2014-07-26
Hailstorm
2014-07-26
Hailstorm
2014-07-07
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2014-06-10Hailstorm
2014-06-03
Hailstorm
2014-06-03
Hailstorm
2014-06-03
Hailstorm
2014-06-03
Hailstorm
2013-06-25
Tornado
2013-05-29
Hailstorm
2013-05-29
Hailstorm
2013-04-09
Hailstorm
2012-06-14
Hailstorm
2012-06-14
Hailstorm
2012-06-14
Hailstorm
2012-06-14
Hailstorm
2012-06-14
Hailstorm
2012-05-27
Hailstorm
2012-05-27
Hailstorm
2012-05-23
Hailstorm
2012-05-23
Hailstorm
2012-05-23
Hailstorm
2012-05-19
Hailstorm
2011-08-06
Hailstorm
2011-07-10
Hailstorm
2011-06-20
Hailstorm
2011-06-14
Hailstorm
2011-05-21
Hailstorm
2011-05-21
Hailstorm
2011-05-21
Hailstorm
2011-05-21
Hailstorm
2011-05-12
Hailstorm
2011-04-09
Hailstorm
2011-04-09
Hailstorm
2011-04-09
Flooding
Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B
2010-03-10Hailstorm
2009-07-24
Hailstorm
2009-07-24
Hailstorm
2009-06-23
Hailstorm
2009-04-26
Hailstorm
2009-03-23
Hailstorm
2009-03-23
Hailstorm
2008-07-20
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-06-05Tornado
2008-06-04
Tornado
2008-06-04
Hailstorm
2008-06-04
Hailstorm
2007-09-24
Hailstorm
2007-09-24
Tornado
2007-08-20
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-08-16Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-05-06Hailstorm
2006-09-16
Tornado
2006-09-15
Hailstorm
2006-09-15
Hailstorm
2006-09-15
Hailstorm
2006-09-15
Hailstorm
2006-09-15
Hailstorm
2006-09-15
Hailstorm
2006-07-13
Hailstorm
2006-04-15
Hailstorm
2006-04-06
Tornado
2006-03-30
Hailstorm
2006-03-30
Hailstorm
2005-09-18
Hailstorm
2005-08-28
Hailstorm
2005-08-10
Hailstorm
2005-06-07
Hailstorm
2005-05-17
Hailstorm
2005-04-18
Hailstorm
2004-06-13
Hailstorm
2004-06-13
Hailstorm
2004-05-08
Hailstorm
2003-09-09
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-06-23Hailstorm
2003-06-17
Hailstorm
2003-05-13
Hailstorm
2003-05-04
Hailstorm
2002-08-28
Hailstorm
2002-08-16
Hailstorm
2002-07-30
Hailstorm
2002-07-30
Hailstorm
2002-06-12
Hailstorm
2002-06-12
Hailstorm
2002-05-27
Hailstorm
2002-04-16
Hailstorm
2001-06-18
Hailstorm
2001-06-18
Hailstorm
2001-06-13
Hailstorm
2001-06-13
Tornado
2000-10-29
Hailstorm
1999-06-09
Hailstorm
1999-06-09
Hailstorm
1999-06-09
Hailstorm
1999-05-22
Hailstorm
1999-05-03
Hailstorm
1998-10-04
Hailstorm
1998-05-04
Hailstorm
1996-07-16
Tornado
1996-06-20
Tornado
1996-06-20
Hailstorm
1996-06-20
Hailstorm
1996-05-23
Hailstorm
1996-05-08
Hailstorm
1995-09-01
Hailstorm
1995-05-27
Flooding
Snowmelt
1993-03-07Tornado
1992-05-15
Tornado
1992-05-15
Hailstorm
1992-05-15
Hailstorm
1992-05-15
Hailstorm
1990-06-18
Hailstorm
1989-05-28
Tornado
1988-07-08
Hailstorm
1988-05-07
Hailstorm
1987-08-19
Hailstorm
1986-09-22
Hailstorm
1986-09-22
Hailstorm
1986-09-18
Hailstorm
1986-04-30
Hailstorm
1985-07-18
Hailstorm
1985-04-22
Tornado
1985-04-19
Hurricane Alicia
1983-08-21
Hailstorm
1981-04-03
Hailstorm
1980-06-14
Hailstorm
1980-06-07
Hailstorm
1980-06-01
Tornado
1980-05-29
Hailstorm
1979-06-21
Hailstorm
1978-07-14
Tornado
1978-04-07
Hailstorm
1977-08-20
Hailstorm
1977-05-04
Hailstorm
1976-05-27
Hailstorm
1973-07-01
Hailstorm
1973-06-30
Hailstorm
1973-06-17
Tornado
1972-05-23
Tornado
1972-05-23
Tornado
1971-06-13
Tornado
1971-06-06
Hailstorm
1970-09-25
Hailstorm
1970-09-25
Tornado
1970-06-15
Tornado
1970-06-10
Hailstorm
1968-07-20
Hailstorm
1968-06-09
Hailstorm
1967-08-02
Hailstorm
1965-07-18
Hailstorm
1965-06-07
Hailstorm
1965-05-25
Tornado
1965-05-15
Tornado
1964-05-25
Hailstorm
1960-08-06
Tornado
1959-08-09
Hailstorm
1959-06-27
Tornado
1958-07-08
Tornado
1957-06-21
Tornado
1957-06-13
Tornado
1953-06-07
Tornado
1953-06-07