Hazard Score
177 Catastrophes Recorded
Lorain County, Ohio
5 Cities with a Population of 316,346, and 116,274 Households
Lorain, Ohio faces a relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk, with a risk rating of 73.43 out of 100. The area is prone to hazards like hail, high winds, and flooding, with a high frequency of lightning events. The risk of wildfires is very low, while the risk of tornadoes is rated as relatively moderate. The region has a very high resilience rating, indicating a strong ability to recover from disasters.
Specific climate factors in Lorain include its location near Lake Erie, which can lead to lake-effect snowstorms in winter and severe thunderstorms in summer. The region is also vulnerable to flooding due to its proximity to the Black River and Lake Erie. The area does not have any active fault lines or volcanic activity, reducing the risk of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. However, the presence of coastal areas and water bodies increases the risk of flooding and storm surge events.
While Lorain does not have significant mountain peaks, its diverse landscape includes wooded areas and urban developments that can impact hazard risk. The region has a history of severe weather events, including thunderstorms, hailstorms, and flooding. Nearby features like the Cleveland Metroparks and the Oberlin Reservoir contribute to the area's natural beauty but also pose potential risks in times of disaster. Overall, Lorain's natural disaster and climate risk assessment highlights the need for continued preparedness and resilience efforts to mitigate potential hazards.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Moderate
HAZARDS
82
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
23
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
146
Hazard Shelters
32
Fire Stations
8
Hospitals
14
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Lorain County, Ohio, has a population of 316,346 with a population density of 640.5 per square mile. The county has a diverse population with 80.7% White, 8.2% Black, 0.3% American Indian/Alaska Native, 0.9% Asian, 0.02% Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, and 8% Hispanic. The county has a slightly higher percentage of females (48.4%) compared to males (46.8%), and the median age is 40. The average household size is 2.51, and the county has a total of 127,036 housing units with a homeownership rate of 66.7%.
Compared to other counties in Ohio, Lorain County has a higher population and population density. It also has a more diverse population with a higher percentage of Hispanic residents compared to the state average. The county has a lower homeownership rate than the state average of 67.8%, but a slightly higher average household size. In terms of agriculture, Lorain County has a total of 1,001 farms with an average size of 126 acres and a total crop acreage of 105,149 acres. The average sales value of agricultural products in the county is $133,768.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Tornado
2020-04-07
Hailstorm
2020-04-07
Hailstorm
2020-03-28
Hailstorm
2020-03-28
Hailstorm
2019-01-08
Hailstorm
2019-01-08
Hailstorm
2017-07-16
Hailstorm
2015-05-30
Tornado
2014-07-08
Hailstorm
2014-05-21
Tornado
2014-05-12
Hailstorm
2014-05-12
Hailstorm
2014-05-12
Hailstorm
2014-05-12
Hailstorm
2014-05-12
Hailstorm
2013-07-23
Hailstorm
2013-06-12
Hailstorm
2013-04-08
Hailstorm
2013-04-08
Hailstorm
2012-07-05
Hailstorm
2012-05-25
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2012-03-15
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2011-08-24
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2011-08-01
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2011-07-23
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2011-06-07
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2011-06-07
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2011-06-07
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2011-06-07
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2011-06-07
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2011-05-25
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2011-05-25
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2011-05-25
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2011-05-25
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2011-05-25
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2011-05-25
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2011-05-23
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2011-05-10
Hailstorm
2011-04-20
Hailstorm
2011-04-19
Hailstorm
2011-04-16
Hailstorm
2011-04-16
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snow
2011-03-07Hailstorm
2010-05-14
Hailstorm
2010-05-14
Hailstorm
2010-05-07
Hailstorm
2010-05-07
Flooding
Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B
2010-03-10Hailstorm
2009-08-28
Hailstorm
2009-08-28
Hailstorm
2009-08-28
Hailstorm
2009-08-28
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2009-08-28
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2009-08-28
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2009-08-28
Hailstorm
2009-08-20
Hailstorm
2009-05-28
Hailstorm
2009-05-28
Hailstorm
2008-07-22
Hailstorm
2008-06-22
Hailstorm
2008-06-21
Hailstorm
2008-06-21
Hailstorm
2008-06-21
Hailstorm
2008-05-02
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-08-16Hailstorm
2007-07-27
Hailstorm
2007-06-08
Hailstorm
2007-05-25
Hailstorm
2007-05-01
Tornado
2007-03-14
Hailstorm
2006-07-10
Hailstorm
2006-06-22
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2006-06-19
Hailstorm
2006-06-19
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2006-05-18
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2006-04-12
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2006-04-12
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2006-04-07
Hailstorm
2005-08-20
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2005-06-14
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2005-06-10
Hailstorm
2005-06-09
Hailstorm
2005-05-28
Hailstorm
2005-04-20
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2004-08-18
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2004-05-21
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2004-05-18
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2004-05-17
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2004-05-17
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2004-05-17
Hailstorm
2004-05-17
Hailstorm
2004-05-07
Hailstorm
2003-08-16
Tornado
2003-08-03
Tornado
2003-08-03
Hailstorm
2003-07-07
Hailstorm
2003-07-04
Hailstorm
2003-05-10
Hailstorm
2002-11-10
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2002-09-14
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2002-09-14
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2002-06-14
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2002-06-04
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2002-05-30
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2002-04-19
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2002-04-19
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2002-04-19
Hailstorm
2001-06-02
Hailstorm
2000-07-28
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2000-07-28
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2000-07-28
Hailstorm
2000-06-29
Hailstorm
1999-10-13
Hailstorm
1999-10-13
Hailstorm
1999-07-31
Tornado
1999-07-09
Hailstorm
1998-07-21
Hailstorm
1998-06-30
Hailstorm
1998-05-31
Hailstorm
1998-05-31
Hailstorm
1998-05-31
Tornado
1998-04-09
Hailstorm
1997-08-16
Tornado
1997-08-04
Hailstorm
1997-08-04
Hailstorm
1997-05-18
Hailstorm
1996-06-12
Hailstorm
1996-06-12
Hailstorm
1996-06-04
Hailstorm
1996-04-20
Hailstorm
1995-07-15
Tornado
1994-06-28
Hailstorm
1994-06-28
Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
1994-04-09Hailstorm
1993-06-08
Hailstorm
1992-08-27
Tornado
1992-07-12
Tornado
1992-07-12
Tornado
1992-07-12
Tornado
1992-07-12
Tornado
1992-06-18
Tornado
1992-06-18
Hailstorm
1988-05-15
Hailstorm
1988-05-15
Tornado
1986-08-26
Hailstorm
1985-03-28
Hailstorm
1985-03-28
Hailstorm
1983-05-02
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1983-05-02
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1983-05-02
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1983-05-02
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1983-05-02
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1982-06-22
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1982-05-22
Hailstorm
1981-04-28
Hailstorm
1980-04-08
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1979-06-20
Hailstorm
1975-09-03
Tornado
1975-08-26
Hailstorm
1974-08-13
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1974-07-29
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1974-04-14
Hailstorm
1974-04-14
Tornado
1973-08-20
Hailstorm
1973-06-12
Hailstorm
1973-06-05
Tornado
1970-09-18
Hailstorm
1970-06-14
Hailstorm
1970-05-25
Tornado
1965-04-11
Hailstorm
1964-08-11
Tornado
1963-07-01
Tornado
1963-04-19
Hailstorm
1962-05-23
Hailstorm
1962-05-23
Tornado
1958-06-20
Tornado
1956-07-20