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

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72 Catastrophes Recorded

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Wyandot County, Ohio

2 Cities with a Population of 22,188, and 9,091 Households

Wyandot County in Ohio faces very low to relatively low natural disaster and climate risk levels, with a population of approximately 21,893 and a risk score of 19.50. Specific climate factors contributing to these low risk levels include a relatively low frequency of severe thunderstorm events (0.5%) and a moderate frequency of hail events (3.75%). The county is located inland, with no direct coastlines or significant fault lines, which reduces the risk of certain natural disasters.

While Wyandot County does not have significant geological features that increase hazard risk, it does have a relatively high number of winter weather events (2.23%) compared to other natural disasters. The county's risk profile is further influenced by its proximity to bodies of water, such as rivers and lakes, which can contribute to flooding events. Despite these factors, the county's overall risk rating remains very low to relatively low due to a combination of low event frequencies and the absence of high-risk geological features.

In summary, Wyandot County, Ohio, has a very low to relatively low natural disaster and climate risk profile, with a focus on mitigating risks from severe weather events and potential flooding. The county's inland location and lack of significant geological features such as coastlines or fault lines contribute to its low risk levels. By monitoring and preparing for winter weather events and potential flooding from nearby water bodies, the county can continue to maintain its low-risk status and ensure the safety of its residents.

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

10

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

7

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

10

Hazard Shelters

7

Fire Stations

1

Hospitals

3

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Wyandot County, located in Ohio, has a population of 22,188 residents with a population density of 54.4 people per square mile. The county's demographic makeup is predominantly White, with 21,924 individuals, making up 98.8% of the population. The Hispanic population is 504 individuals, accounting for 2.3% of the total population. Additionally, there are 232 residents identifying as multiracial, representing 1.0% of the population. In terms of age distribution, the median age in Wyandot County is 40.5 years, with a slightly higher percentage of males (50.4%) compared to females (49.6%).

In comparison to other counties in Ohio, Wyandot County has a relatively small population size and lower population density. The county has a higher percentage of White residents compared to the state average, which is approximately 83.7%. The Hispanic population in Wyandot County is also lower than the state average of 3.7%. The county's median age of 40.5 years is slightly higher than the state median age of 39.3 years. Additionally, the average household size in Wyandot County is 2.46, lower than the state average of 2.49. Overall, Wyandot County's demographics reflect a rural area with a predominantly White population and slightly older residents compared to the state average.

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CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

10 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

1007 mm Moderate

Average Humidity

79% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness

6/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Hailstorm

2016-10-30

Hailstorm

2016-10-30

Hailstorm

2015-08-23

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Heavy Rain And Snow

Hailstorm

2009-04-02

Hailstorm

2009-04-02

Hailstorm

2008-06-22

Flooding

Rain And Snowmelt

2008-03-17

Flooding

Rain And Snowmelt

2008-02-06

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1996-05-13

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1995-08-07

Hailstorm

1994-11-01

Flooding

Rain And Snowmelt

1994-04-09

Hailstorm

1993-08-02

Tornado

1992-09-09

Hailstorm

1992-06-17

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1991-12-02

Hailstorm

1991-05-30

Tornado

1989-05-25

Flooding

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