Hazard Score
213 Catastrophes Recorded
Seward County, Nebraska
5 Cities with a Population of 17,578, and 6,266 Households
Seward, Nebraska has a relatively low overall risk score of 58.10, with specific hazards such as wildfires, tornadoes, and strong winds contributing to the risk assessment. The area experiences an average of 30 tornado events per year, with a frequency of 0.72 events per square mile. Additionally, wildfires pose a risk with an annual frequency of 0.00005 events per square mile, indicating a relatively low but existing threat. The region also sees frequent hail events with a frequency of 8.06 events per year, contributing to a relatively high risk rating in this category.
Seward, Nebraska is located inland and does not have any coastlines, but it is prone to severe weather events such as thunderstorms, hail, and strong winds due to its central location in Tornado Alley. The area is characterized by flat terrain and agricultural landscapes, which can exacerbate the impact of severe weather events. The region does not have any significant fault lines or mountain peaks that would contribute to seismic hazards, but its open landscape and exposure to extreme weather patterns make it susceptible to climate risks.
While Seward, Nebraska does not have any major water bodies or geological features that significantly impact hazard risk, its proximity to the Platte River and various creeks and streams can lead to flooding during heavy rainfall events. It is crucial for residents and local authorities to remain vigilant and prepared for the potential impact of severe weather events, especially tornadoes, wildfires, and hailstorms. By understanding the specific climate factors and geographical features of the region, appropriate mitigation and preparedness measures can be implemented to reduce the overall risk to the population and infrastructure of Seward, Nebraska.
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
6
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
53
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
33
Hazard Shelters
11
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
2
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Seward County, Nebraska has a population of 17,578 with a population density of 30.5 people per square mile. The county has a diverse demographic profile, with 92.8% of the population being White, 0.3% Black, 0.3% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.4% Asian, and 1.5% Hispanic. The median age in Seward County is 37.9 years, with a slightly higher percentage of males (48.5%) compared to females (46.8%). The county has a total of 6,266 households, with an average household size of 2.47. In terms of housing, there are 6,875 housing units in Seward County, with a homeownership rate of 67.9%.
When compared to other counties in Nebraska, Seward County stands out for its relatively high population density and diverse demographic composition. The county has a higher percentage of White residents compared to the state average of 82.5%, and a lower percentage of Black residents compared to the state average of 4.8%. Additionally, Seward County has a higher median age compared to the state average of 36.4 years, indicating an aging population. The county also has a higher homeownership rate compared to the state average of 64.3%, suggesting a stable housing market. Overall, Seward County offers a mix of rural and suburban living with a growing population and diverse community.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Hailstorm
2020-03-19
Hailstorm
2019-06-26
Hailstorm
2019-05-05
Tamora Rx
2019-04-24
Flooding
Snowmelt, Heavy Rain, Ice Jams
2019-03-13Hailstorm
2018-09-20
Hailstorm
2018-08-06
Hailstorm
2018-08-06
Hailstorm
2018-08-06
Hailstorm
2017-06-16
Hailstorm
2017-06-16
Hailstorm
2017-06-12
Hailstorm
2017-06-12
Hailstorm
2017-06-12
Hailstorm
2017-05-16
Hailstorm
2017-05-16
Hailstorm
2015-09-18
Hailstorm
2015-07-24
Hailstorm
2014-07-26
Hailstorm
2014-06-16
Hailstorm
2014-06-03
Hailstorm
2014-06-03
Tornado
2014-05-11
Tornado
2014-05-11
Tornado
2014-05-11
Tornado
2014-05-11
Hailstorm
2014-05-07
Hailstorm
2012-07-26
Hailstorm
2012-07-26
Hailstorm
2012-06-14
Hailstorm
2012-05-27
Hailstorm
2012-05-27
Hailstorm
2012-05-23
Hailstorm
2012-05-02
Hailstorm
2012-05-01
Tornado
2012-04-14
Hailstorm
2012-04-14
Hailstorm
2011-08-18
Hailstorm
2011-08-18
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2011-08-18
Hailstorm
2011-07-05
Hailstorm
2011-06-26
Hailstorm
2011-06-26
Hailstorm
2011-05-19
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2011-05-19
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2011-05-12
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2011-05-12
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2011-04-19
Hailstorm
2010-07-17
Hailstorm
2010-06-17
Hailstorm
2010-06-17
Hailstorm
2010-06-01
Hailstorm
2010-06-01
Flooding
Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B
2010-03-10Hailstorm
2009-09-21
Hailstorm
2009-08-04
Hailstorm
2009-06-22
Hailstorm
2009-06-22
Hailstorm
2009-06-15
Hailstorm
2009-06-15
Hailstorm
2009-06-06
Hailstorm
2009-06-06
Hailstorm
2009-03-23
Hailstorm
2008-07-09
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2008-07-05
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2008-06-20
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2008-06-15
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2008-06-15
Hailstorm
2008-06-15
Hailstorm
2008-06-15
Hailstorm
2008-06-08
Hailstorm
2008-06-08
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-06-05Tornado
2008-06-04
Hailstorm
2008-06-04
Hailstorm
2008-06-04
Hailstorm
2008-06-03
Tornado
2008-05-29
Hailstorm
2007-09-18
Hailstorm
2007-08-20
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-08-16Hailstorm
2007-07-12
Hailstorm
2007-06-22
Hailstorm
2007-06-22
Hailstorm
2007-06-22
Hailstorm
2007-05-31
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2007-05-14
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2007-05-14
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2007-05-14
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2007-05-14
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2007-04-02
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2007-03-21
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2006-09-16
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2006-09-16
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2006-07-13
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2006-07-13
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2006-06-04
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2006-04-15
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2006-04-06
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2006-03-30
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2006-03-12
Hailstorm
2006-03-05
Hailstorm
2005-06-27
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2005-06-07
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2005-06-04
Hailstorm
2005-05-10
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2005-04-18
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2005-04-18
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2005-04-11
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2005-04-11
Hailstorm
2005-04-11
Hailstorm
2004-07-07
Hailstorm
2004-07-07
Hailstorm
2004-05-24
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-06-23Hailstorm
2003-06-09
Hailstorm
2002-06-12
Tornado
2002-04-27
Hailstorm
2002-04-24
Hailstorm
2001-09-22
Hailstorm
2001-09-22
Hailstorm
2001-06-18
Tornado
2001-06-13
Hailstorm
2001-06-13
Hailstorm
2001-06-13
Hailstorm
2001-06-13
Hailstorm
2001-06-13
Hailstorm
2001-05-08
Tornado
2000-10-29
Hailstorm
2000-10-29
Hailstorm
1999-06-09
Hailstorm
1999-06-09
Hailstorm
1998-10-04
Tornado
1998-06-29
Hailstorm
1998-06-29
Hailstorm
1998-06-29
Hailstorm
1998-06-23
Hailstorm
1998-06-23
Hailstorm
1998-06-23
Hailstorm
1998-05-21
Hailstorm
1998-04-14
Tornado
1997-08-03
Tornado
1996-05-22
Hailstorm
1996-05-22
Hailstorm
1996-05-17
Hailstorm
1996-05-14
Hailstorm
1995-09-02
Hailstorm
1995-05-16
Hailstorm
1995-04-08
Hailstorm
1994-07-01
Hailstorm
1994-07-01
Hailstorm
1994-07-01
Hailstorm
1994-06-12
Flooding
Snowmelt
1993-03-07Tornado
1992-07-18
Hailstorm
1992-07-18
Tornado
1992-06-15
Hailstorm
1992-06-15
Hailstorm
1992-06-15
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1991-06-01
Hailstorm
1991-06-01
Tornado
1991-05-16
Hailstorm
1991-04-26
Hailstorm
1990-03-13
Hailstorm
1988-07-24
Hailstorm
1987-09-10
Tornado
1986-04-26
Hailstorm
1985-05-23
Hailstorm
1985-05-23
Tornado
1985-05-10
Hailstorm
1984-09-01
Hailstorm
1984-09-01
Hailstorm
1984-09-01
Hurricane Alicia
1983-08-21
Hailstorm
1983-06-13
Hailstorm
1983-06-13
Hailstorm
1983-06-09
Hailstorm
1983-06-09
Tornado
1981-07-14
Tornado
1981-04-03
Hailstorm
1981-04-03
Hailstorm
1981-04-03
Hailstorm
1981-04-03
Hailstorm
1980-08-05
Hailstorm
1978-05-30
Tornado
1975-06-02
Hailstorm
1975-04-27
Hailstorm
1974-08-17
Hailstorm
1974-04-28
Hailstorm
1974-04-20
Hailstorm
1969-06-30
Hailstorm
1968-07-08
Hailstorm
1968-06-13
Hailstorm
1968-05-13
Tornado
1967-06-15
Hailstorm
1966-05-22
Hailstorm
1966-05-16
Tornado
1964-06-11
Tornado
1964-05-23
Tornado
1963-04-28
Tornado
1962-06-06
Hailstorm
1961-07-18
Hailstorm
1961-07-18
Hailstorm
1961-07-11
Hailstorm
1960-08-03
Hailstorm
1959-08-28
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1959-07-05
Hailstorm
1958-10-06
Tornado
1958-06-04
Hailstorm
1958-06-04
Tornado
1958-04-04
Tornado
1957-06-15
Tornado
1953-05-10