Wildfire Risk: 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: Very Low

HAZARDS

0

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

0

Water Bodies

1

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

0

Hazard Shelters

1

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Jefferson County, Oregon, has a relatively low overall risk rating, with specific hazards such as wildfires, winter storms, and flooding presenting the highest risks. The county experiences frequent lightning events, with a 5.7% annual frequency, leading to a relatively low risk rating for lightning-related disasters. Additionally, the area faces moderate risk from earthquakes, with a 43.3% annual frequency.

The geography of Jefferson County includes the Cascade Range to the east, which can impact hazard risks such as wildfires and landslides. The county is also near the coast, increasing the risk of storms and potential tsunamis. With fault lines running through the region, there is a potential for earthquake events, as evidenced by historical seismic activity. Water bodies like the Columbia River and Detroit Lake can contribute to flood risks, especially during heavy rainfall events.

Overall, Jefferson County's hazard risk assessment highlights the importance of preparedness and mitigation strategies ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature
8 °F Cold

Average Precipitation
501 mm Moderately Low

Average Humidity
60% Moderate

Plant Hardiness
6/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Abbot Creek 0105 Od

2023-05-13

0086 Cs

2023-05-03

River 0070 Od

2023-04-26

0786 Cs

2022-08-21

0280 Od

2022-07-01

0097 Od

2022-04-18

0882 Cs

2021-08-26

0411 Cs

2021-06-28

0190 Cs

2021-05-22

Metwui 0131 Cs

2021-04-28

0498 Cs

2020-07-28

Met Wui14/26/27 Rx 1004 Cs

2019-09-24

0090 Cs

2019-05-02

0769 Cs

2018-07-22

0614 Cs

2018-07-10

0230 Cs

2018-05-25

Met Wui 16/30 Rx 0120 Cs

2018-04-24

0412 Cs

2017-07-03

Potlatch 0323 Cs

2017-06-24

0219 Cs

2015-06-19

0112 Cs

2015-05-25

0112 Cs

2015-05-25

0164

2014-06-21

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1998-12-27

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1996-12-26

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1996-02-07

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1989-04-09