Wildfire Risk: Very Low


Tornado Risk: Very Low


Hurricane Risk: Low


Hail Risk: Very Low


Flood Risk: Low


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Very Low


Wind Risk: Very 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

Ashe County, North Carolina, has a relatively low natural disaster risk rating, with very low risk for most hazards such as hail, hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires. The area experiences a moderate frequency of thunderstorms and landslides, which contribute to a moderate risk rating. Specific climate factors in Ashe County include its mountainous terrain, which can lead to increased landslide risks, as well as its proximity to the Blue Ridge Parkway and the New River, which may influence flood risks. Additionally, Ashe County is not located near coastlines or fault lines, lowering the risk of certain hazards like tsunamis and earthquakes.

With a population of 26,560 and a total building value of $6.94 billion, Ashe County is relatively resilient to natural disasters. The county's risk score is 26.03, indicating a very low overall risk level. Historical events in the region include occasional flooding along the New River and thunderstorm activity ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
11 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
1152 mm Moderate

Average Humidity
83% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness
6/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Flooding

Tropical Storm Claudette

2021-06-19

Flooding

Tropical Storm Michael

2018-10-10

Hailstorm

2018-05-10

Hailstorm

2012-05-03

Flooding

Tropical Storm Ida

2009-11-10

Hailstorm

2008-08-02

Hurricane Ivan

2004-09-24

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2003-11-19

Hailstorm

2003-05-02

Hailstorm

1998-05-20

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1998-04-17