Hazard Score
5 Catastrophes Recorded
Irvona, Pennsylvania
3 Land Tracts in Clearfield County , Upper West Branch Susquehanna Watershed
Irvona, Pennsylvania is located in Clearfield County, within the Upper West Branch Susquehanna hydrologic unit. The area experiences relatively low to moderate risk levels for natural disasters, with a very low overall risk rating. Climate factors such as moderate temperatures and high precipitation levels contribute to the overall hazard risk assessment. Additionally, the region's proximity to the Susquehanna River and other water bodies increases the potential for flooding events.
While fault lines and coastlines do not pose significant risks to Irvona, the nearby mountain peaks and hilly terrain could potentially exacerbate flood risks by causing water to flow downhill more rapidly. The area's history includes occasional flooding events and severe weather patterns, but overall, the risk of major natural disasters is relatively low. With proper preparedness and mitigation efforts, Irvona can continue to be a relatively safe community in terms of natural disaster risk.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
1
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
0
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
1
Hazard Shelters
1
Fire Stations
0
Hospitals
0
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Clearfield, Pennsylvania has a very low overall risk rating for natural disasters, with specific risks such as hail, thunderstorms, and high winds being relatively low. The area experiences frequent lightning events, with an annual frequency of 38.54%, but the associated risk value is relatively moderate. The risk of flooding is also relatively low, with a rating of relatively low and a risk score of 63.60.
The region of Clearfield, Pennsylvania is not prone to tsunamis or volcanic activity, as evidenced by the "Not Applicable" rating for these hazards. The area does not have any fault lines or coastlines that would contribute to specific risks. The presence of mountain peaks and water bodies in the region does not significantly impact the overall hazard risk, with most hazards rated as very low or relatively low.
In summary, Clearfield, Pennsylvania has a very low overall risk for natural disasters, with specific ...
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snow
2011-03-07Flooding
Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B
2010-03-10Tornado
1998-06-02
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1996-07-18Flooding
Snowmelt
1996-01-15