Hazard Score
184 Catastrophes Recorded
Geauga County, Ohio
4 Cities with a Population of 95,582, and 34,264 Households
Portage County, Ohio, faces a relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk, with a risk rating of 52.75. Specific hazards such as hailstorms, intense wind events, and flooding pose moderate risks, with annual frequencies ranging from 0.25 to 4.58 events per year. The county's exposure to lightning events is relatively low, with an annual frequency of 52.50 events per year. Portage County has a diverse geography, with no nearby fault lines, volcanoes, or significant coastal areas that could significantly impact hazard risk.
The county's specific climate factors include a moderate risk of hail events, with an expected annual loss value of $1,115,796.47. Portage County also faces a relatively low risk of intense wind events, with an expected annual loss value of $84,385.59. The area's historical events include severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, which have caused localized flooding in the past. Despite its moderate risk levels, Portage County benefits from its inland location, which reduces the likelihood of coastal storm surge impacts.
In summary, Portage County, Ohio, faces a relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk, with specific hazards such as hailstorms and intense wind events posing moderate risks. The county's exposure to lightning events is relatively low, and its diverse geography lacks significant geological features that could increase hazard risk. Despite past events of severe weather and flooding, Portage County's risk level remains manageable, making it a relatively safe area in terms of natural disasters.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
25
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
21
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
51
Hazard Shelters
23
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
14
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Geauga County, located in Ohio, has a population of 95,582 with a population density of 234.1 people per square mile. The county is predominantly White, with 94.7% of the population identifying as White, 1.3% as Black, and 0.6% as Asian. The median age in Geauga County is 43.1 years, with a slightly higher median age for females (44.1) compared to males (42.1). The county has a total of 34,264 households, with an average household size of 2.7. In terms of housing, there are 36,574 housing units in the county, with 29,371 owner-occupied and 4,893 renter-occupied units.
Compared to other counties in Ohio, Geauga County stands out for its relatively high population density of 234.1 people per square mile, which is above the state average. The county also has a higher percentage of White residents at 94.7%, compared to the state average of around 82%. Geauga County has a slightly older population, with a median age of 43.1 years, which is higher than the state average. Additionally, the county has a higher average household size of 2.7, compared to the state average of 2.4. In terms of housing, Geauga County has a higher percentage of owner-occupied units at 80.3%, compared to the state average of around 65%.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Hailstorm
2020-03-28
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2020-03-28
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2020-03-28
Hailstorm
2019-08-18
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2019-08-18
Hailstorm
2019-08-18
Tornado
2019-06-16
Hailstorm
2019-05-28
Hailstorm
2019-04-14
Hurricane Nate
2017-10-11
Hailstorm
2017-06-04
Hailstorm
2017-04-19
Tornado
2014-09-10
Tornado
2014-09-10
Tornado
2014-09-10
Hailstorm
2014-06-18
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2014-06-18
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2014-05-14
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2014-05-14
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2014-05-14
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2014-05-14
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2014-05-14
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2014-05-14
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2013-06-29
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2013-06-25
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2012-09-07
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2012-07-04
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2012-07-04
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2012-07-04
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2012-07-04
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2012-07-04
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2012-07-04
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2012-07-04
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2012-07-04
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2012-07-03
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2012-05-29
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2012-05-28
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2012-03-15
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2011-09-13
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2011-08-24
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2011-08-19
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2011-08-19
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2011-08-19
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2011-08-01
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2011-08-01
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2011-08-01
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2011-08-01
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2011-07-18
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2011-06-21
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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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2011-05-13
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2011-05-10
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2011-04-19
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snow
2011-03-07Hailstorm
2010-09-07
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2010-09-07
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2010-07-28
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2010-06-02
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2010-06-02
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2010-06-02
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2010-05-07
Flooding
Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B
2010-03-10Hailstorm
2009-06-25
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2009-06-25
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2009-05-27
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2009-03-07
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2008-08-07
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2008-07-26
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2008-07-26
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2008-07-22
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2008-07-22
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2008-07-22
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2008-07-22
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2008-07-22
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2008-06-23
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2008-06-21
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2008-06-21
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2008-06-21
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2008-04-11
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2007-06-08
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2007-06-08
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2007-05-25
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2007-05-01
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2007-05-01
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2006-07-27Tornado
2006-07-04
Tornado
2006-07-04
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2006-05-17
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2006-04-12
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2006-04-12
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2006-04-07
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2006-04-07
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2006-03-13
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2005-06-14
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2005-05-13
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2005-04-20
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2004-06-24
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2004-06-24
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2004-05-10
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2004-04-19
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2004-04-17
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2003-08-04
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-07-21Hailstorm
2003-07-08
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2003-07-08
Tornado
2003-07-07
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2003-07-07
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2003-07-07
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2003-07-07
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2003-07-04
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2003-07-04
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2003-05-15
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2003-05-10
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2003-05-09
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2002-09-03
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2002-09-03
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2002-08-22
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2002-07-22
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2002-06-04
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2002-04-28
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2002-04-15
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2000-07-14
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1999-07-28
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1998-06-02
Tornado
1998-04-09
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1998-04-08
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1998-04-08
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1996-08-15
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1996-07-16
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1996-06-24
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1996-06-14
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1995-07-15
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1995-06-21
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1995-06-21
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1995-05-28
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1995-05-24
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1995-05-10
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1994-06-19
Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
1994-04-09Hailstorm
1993-06-08
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1992-08-30
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1992-07-12
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1992-07-12
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1990-06-03
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1988-08-02
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1988-08-02
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1988-05-15
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1988-05-15
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1986-05-06
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1986-05-06
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1986-05-06
Tornado
1985-05-31
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1985-05-31
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1985-05-30
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1985-05-27
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1985-03-28
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1984-08-30
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1983-07-21
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1983-07-21
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1983-07-21
Tornado
1981-06-16
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1981-06-16
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1981-04-28
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1979-08-10
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1978-06-18
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1976-07-11
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1974-04-14
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1974-04-01
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1973-06-03
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1968-08-19
Tornado
1968-06-25
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1956-05-12