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

0

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

0

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

0

Hazard Shelters

1

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

1

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

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 ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
10 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
1023 mm Moderate

Average Humidity
82% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness
5/10 Moderate

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

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

Heavy Rain

2007-08-16

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1995-08-07

Flooding

Rain And Snowmelt

1994-04-09

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1991-12-02

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1987-07-02