Wildfire Risk: Very Low


Tornado Risk: Very Low


Hurricane Risk: Very Low


Hail Risk: Very Low


Flood Risk: Moderate


Tsunami Risk: Very Low


Earthquake Risk: Very Low


Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

0

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

0

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

2

Hazard Shelters

1

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Allen County, Ohio, with a population of 102,191, faces a relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk, scoring 50.59 out of 100. The county has a relatively low risk of hail, tornadoes, wildfires, and winter storms, based on historical events and frequency metrics. However, the area experiences moderate risk from thunderstorms, high winds, and flooding, with a higher likelihood of occurrence. The county's risk value is estimated at $6,401,127, indicating a manageable level of hazard exposure.

The region's climate factors, including its proximity to Lake Erie and the Great Lakes region, contribute to increased thunderstorm activity and heavy rainfall events, potentially leading to flooding. While Allen County is not prone to earthquakes or tsunamis, the area's flat terrain and agricultural landscape could be impacted by severe weather events such as hailstorms and high winds. The county's susceptibility to these weather patterns is reflected in its risk ratings and ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
11 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
955 mm Moderate

Average Humidity
82% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness
6/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2015-06-27

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2013-04-22

Flooding

Heavy Rain And Snow

2011-03-07

Flooding

Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B

2010-03-10

Flooding

Rain And Snowmelt

2008-03-17

Flooding

Rain And Snowmelt

2008-02-06

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2007-08-16

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2003-07-05

Hailstorm

1998-05-31

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1996-05-13

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1995-08-07

Flooding

Rain And Snowmelt

1994-04-09

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1991-12-02