Frederick County, Virginia Hazard Report | Natural Catastrophe And Climate Risk

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98 Catastrophes Recorded

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Frederick County, Virginia

0 Cities with a Population of 93,797, and 28,864 Households

Frederick, Virginia faces a relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk, with a risk score of 51.29. The county has a population of 91,336 and a total building value of $16.77 billion. Specific hazards include frequent lightning events, with a frequency of 37.32%, hail events at 3.02%, and strong winds at 4.20%. These factors contribute to the relatively low risk rating of Frederick County. Additionally, with a high resilience value of 64.26, the area is deemed relatively high in terms of disaster resilience.

Geologically, Frederick County is characterized by its proximity to the Appalachian Mountains, which can impact weather patterns and precipitation levels. The county is situated near the Shenandoah River, which may pose a flood risk during heavy rainfall events. Additionally, the presence of fault lines in the region could potentially increase the risk of earthquakes, albeit at a relatively low frequency. The county does not have a coastline or volcanic activity, further mitigating certain natural disaster risks.

While Frederick, Virginia has a relatively low overall hazard risk rating, it is important for residents to remain prepared for potential natural disasters, particularly lightning, hail, and strong winds. The county's historical events show a pattern of occasional severe weather incidents, such as flooding and thunderstorms. The lack of coastlines and fault lines in the area provides some protection against certain natural disasters, but residents should still have emergency plans in place to ensure their safety during adverse weather conditions.

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

26

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

35

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

1

Hazard Shelters

11

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

3

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Frederick County, Virginia has a population of 93,797 with a population density of 225.8 people per square mile. The population has seen an increase from 78,305 in 2010, indicating a growth rate of 19%. The county has a relatively balanced gender distribution, with 38,916 males and 39,389 females. The median age in Frederick County is 38.9, with 24.7% of the population under the age of 18 and 19.4% aged 65 and older. The county has a diverse racial makeup, with 74.5% White, 3.4% Black, 1.0% Asian, and 5.5% Hispanic.

In terms of households, Frederick County has 28,864 households with an average size of 2.68 persons per household. The county has a homeownership rate of 73.9%, with 22,673 owner-occupied units and 6,191 renter-occupied units. In terms of family structure, there are 21,274 families in the county with an average family size of 3.09 persons per family. Additionally, Frederick County is characterized by its agricultural sector, with 762 farms in 2017 covering a total of 45,189 acres. The average farm size in the county is 144 acres, with an average sales value of $44,324 per farm.

Compared to other counties in Virginia, Frederick County stands out for its population growth rate, which is higher than the state average. The county also has a higher homeownership rate compared to the state average of 68.7%, indicating a strong sense of community and stability. In terms of racial diversity, Frederick County is more homogeneous compared to other counties in Virginia, with a higher percentage of White residents and lower percentages of Black, Asian, and Hispanic residents. Additionally, the county's agricultural sector plays a significant role in its economy, with a higher number of farms and larger average farm size compared to other counties in the state.

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CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

11 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

1010 mm Moderate

Average Humidity

77% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness

6/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Flooding

Hailstorm

2011-05-17

Hailstorm

2011-05-17

Flooding

Torrential Rain

2011-04-18

Flooding

Heavy Rain And Snow

2011-03-07

Hailstorm

2010-04-25

Hailstorm

2010-04-25

Hailstorm

2010-04-25

Flooding

Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B

2010-03-10

Flooding

Tropical Storm Ida

Heavy Rain

2003-11-19

Flooding

Tropical Cyclone

1960-07-19

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