Wildfire Risk: Very Low


Tornado Risk: Low


Hurricane Risk: Very Low


Hail Risk: Moderate


Flood Risk: Very Low


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Very Low


Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

0

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

0

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

0

Hazard Shelters

1

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Scotts Bluff, Nebraska, is assessed to have a relatively low natural disaster and climate risk based on various hazard risk indexes. The risk value and score for the area are relatively low, indicating a lower likelihood of severe natural disasters impacting the region. Specific climate factors in the area, such as the frequency of extreme weather events like windstorms and hail, contribute to the overall risk assessment. Historical data shows a moderate occurrence of lightning events, which can also impact the region's risk profile.

While Scotts Bluff County is not located near coastlines or fault lines, it is characterized by geological features such as mountain peaks and water bodies that can influence hazard risk. The presence of mountain peaks in the region may contribute to localized weather patterns and increase the risk of certain natural disasters like hailstorms. The assessment also highlights the potential impact of wind events on ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
10 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
391 mm Moderately Low

Average Humidity
72% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness
5/10 Moderate

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Hailstorm

1965-07-04

Hailstorm

1965-06-18