Osceola, Nebraska Natural Disasters | Polk County Hazard Db

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57 Catastrophes Recorded

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Osceola, Nebraska

2 Land Tracts in Polk County , Upper Big Blue Watershed

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

17

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

3

Hazard Shelters

1

Fire Stations

1

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Polk, Nebraska faces a relatively low overall hazard risk, with a risk score of 59.75. Specific climate factors contributing to this include a relatively low frequency of extreme weather events such as tornadoes and floods. The area is not prone to hurricanes or tsunamis, further reducing the overall risk profile. Additionally, the presence of fault lines, coastlines, and mountain peaks in the region are minimal, which further mitigates potential geological hazards.

Historical data shows that the most common natural disasters in Polk, Nebraska are lightning strikes and hailstorms, with a frequency of 46.21 and 7.59 per year, respectively. The presence of water bodies in the area contributes to higher risks of flooding, compared to other natural disasters. However, the overall risk rating remains relatively low, with a focus on mitigating potential damages from hail and strong winds. Nearby features like the Platte River and various creeks can exacerbate flooding ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

11 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

714 mm Moderately Low

Average Humidity

81% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness

5/10 Moderate

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Flooding

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