Ashland County, Ohio Hazard Report | Natural Catastrophe And Climate Risk

HazardDB

Hazard Score

137 Catastrophes Recorded

Historical_Hail

112

Historical_Tornadoes

Historical_Hurricanes

Historical_Floods

Historical_Wind

156

Ashland County, Ohio

3 Cities with a Population of 54,515, and 20,196 Households

Ashland County in Ohio has a very low overall risk rating for natural disasters and climate hazards. The area experiences relatively low occurrences of extreme weather events such as tornadoes, hail storms, wildfires, and flooding. The risk values for these events are significantly lower than the state average, indicating a lower likelihood of significant damage or loss in the region.

Specific climate factors in Ashland County include moderate to high wind events, with a relatively moderate risk rating. The area also experiences a low frequency of lightning strikes and winter weather events. The county is not located near coastlines or fault lines, reducing the risk of earthquakes or tsunamis. The topography of the region consists of rolling hills and valleys, with no significant mountain peaks, which may impact the flow of water and potential flooding risks.

Historically, Ashland County has not experienced major natural disasters, and the geological features in the region contribute to its overall low risk rating. The presence of water bodies like streams and rivers may increase the risk of localized flooding, but overall the area is not prone to widespread devastation from natural events. Independent sources corroborate the low risk assessment of Ashland County, making it a relatively safe location in terms of natural disaster and climate hazards.

Wildfire Risk: Very Low

Tornado Risk: Very Low

Hurricane Risk: Very Low

Hail Risk: Low

Flood Risk: Low

Tsunami Risk: Very Low

Earthquake Risk: Very Low

Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

13

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

24

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

44

Hazard Shelters

12

Fire Stations

1

Hospitals

5

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Ashland County in Ohio has a population of 54,515, with a population density of 127.7 people per square mile. The county is predominantly white, with 51,692 residents identifying as such. Other racial groups include Black (398), Asian (275), and Hispanic (501). The median age in Ashland County is 39.2, with males having a slightly lower median age of 37.9 compared to females at 40.4. The county has a total of 20,196 households, with an average household size of 2.53. Families make up a significant portion of the population, with 14,017 families residing in the county and an average family size of 3.02.

Compared to other counties in Ohio, Ashland County has a lower population density than the state average of 283.6 people per square mile. The county also has a higher percentage of white residents compared to the state average. Additionally, Ashland County has a lower median age than the state average of 39.9, indicating a slightly younger population. The average household size in Ashland County is slightly lower than the state average of 2.51, while the average family size is slightly higher than the state average of 2.98. Overall, Ashland County is a predominantly white county with a relatively young population and a slightly above-average family size.

Regions

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

10 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

990 mm Moderate

Average Humidity

79% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness

Flooding

Heavy Rain And Snow

2011-03-07

Hailstorm

2010-09-07

Hailstorm

2010-06-04

Hailstorm

2010-06-04

Flooding

Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Hurricane Opal

1995-10-06

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1995-08-07

Hailstorm

1995-06-21

Hailstorm

1995-06-21

Hailstorm

1994-07-02

Flooding

Rain And Snowmelt

Heavy Rain

1991-12-02

Hailstorm

1988-08-02

Flooding

Heavy Rain