Plano, Texas Natural Disasters | Collin County Hazard Db

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27 Catastrophes Recorded

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Plano, Texas

15 Land Tracts in Collin County , East Fork Trinity Watershed

Wildfire Risk: Very Low

Tornado Risk: Low

Hurricane Risk: Very Low

Hail Risk: Moderate

Flood Risk: Moderate

Tsunami Risk: Very Low

Earthquake Risk: Very Low

Wind Risk: Moderate

HAZARDS

10

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

0

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

2

Hazard Shelters

2

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

0

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Collin, Texas faces a relatively high risk of natural disasters, with a risk score of 99.27, mainly due to hazards such as hailstorms, thunderstorms, and wildfires. These events have caused significant damage in the past, with high-value assets at risk. The area's susceptibility to hail is particularly concerning, with a risk rating of "very high" and a risk score of 99.84. Thunderstorms also pose a significant threat, with a risk rating of "relatively moderate" and a risk score of 85.88.

The region's specific climate factors, including high lightning activity and frequent thunderstorms, contribute to the elevated hazard risk. Collin County's geographic features, such as its proximity to water bodies and fault lines, further increase the risk of natural disasters. The county's landscape, including mountain peaks and water bodies, can amplify the impact of hazards like hail and wildfires. Additionally, the area's history of extreme weather events underscores the need ... Read More

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

18 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

1012 mm Moderate

Average Humidity

78% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness

8/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Hailstorm

2020-08-16

Hailstorm

2018-04-06

Hailstorm

2018-04-06

Hailstorm

2018-04-06

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2016-04-18

Hailstorm

2016-03-23

Hailstorm

2016-03-23

Hailstorm

2016-03-23

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2016-03-08

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2015-11-26

Flooding

Tropical Storm Patricia

2015-10-23

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2015-05-05

Hailstorm

2012-08-17

Hailstorm

2012-08-17

Hailstorm

2008-04-08

1989-04-28

Tornado

1969-04-27

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