Wildfire Risk: Very Low


Tornado Risk: Very Low


Hurricane Risk: Very Low


Hail Risk: Very Low


Flood Risk: Low


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Very Low


Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

5

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

1

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

5

Hazard Shelters

4

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

4

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Burlington County, New Jersey faces a relatively moderate overall risk score of 92.97, with specific risks including flooding, hail, hurricanes, and extreme wind events. With a high population of 461,561 and significant building and agricultural values, the county is vulnerable to natural disasters. Historical events such as 112 droughts, 64 hail storms, 27 hurricanes, and 204 severe wind events have contributed to the overall hazard risk in the area.

Geologically, Burlington County is characterized by relatively low-risk factors such as limited fault lines and low volcanic activity. However, the presence of water bodies like the Delaware River and Rancocas Creek, along with its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, increases the risk of flooding and hurricanes. The county's flat terrain and lack of significant mountain peaks also contribute to its susceptibility to extreme weather events.

While specific climate factors in Burlington County may vary, the overall risk assessment indicates ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
13 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
1197 mm Moderate

Average Humidity
76% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness
7/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Hurricane Ida

2021-09-04

Hailstorm

2017-08-03

Flooding

Storm Surge

2016-01-22

Flooding

Tropical Storm Irene

2011-08-27

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2010-03-27

Flooding

Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B

2010-03-10

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2007-04-15

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2006-06-25

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2005-04-01

Hailstorm

2002-05-31

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1998-05-11

Flooding

Tropical Cyclone

1998-02-03

Tornado

1987-07-02

Hailstorm

1975-07-03

Tornado

1958-06-13