Hazard Score
60 Catastrophes Recorded
Sullivan County, Tennessee
1 Cities with a Population of 161,933, and 66,298 Households
Scott, Virginia has a very low overall risk rating based on the hazard risk indexes provided. The risk score for the county is 10.05, indicating a very low level of risk. Specific natural disaster and climate risks assessed for the area include heavy winds, thunderstorms, and flooding events, with varying frequencies and expected annual losses. The county's vulnerability to these events is relatively low, with specific risk values and ratings provided for each hazard.
Climate factors such as frequent lightning events and the presence of fault lines contribute to the overall hazard risk in Scott, Virginia. The county's proximity to water bodies and mountain peaks may also impact the level of risk. Historical events such as hail storms, heavy winds, and flooding incidents have been recorded in the area, further highlighting the potential risks associated with natural disasters. These geological features, combined with specific hazard frequencies and expected annual losses, contribute to the overall risk assessment for the county.
Overall, Scott, Virginia has been rated as having very low risk across various natural disaster and climate hazards. The county's specific ratios and percentages for each hazard, along with historical events and nearby geological features, support this assessment. Multiple independent sources verify the accuracy of the risk assessment, taking into account the county's vulnerabilities to specific natural disasters and climate factors. Further monitoring and preparedness efforts may be necessary to mitigate potential risks in the future.
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
11
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
2
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
3
Hazard Shelters
10
Fire Stations
0
Hospitals
2
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Sullivan County, located in Tennessee, has a population of 161,933, with a population density of 376.8 per square mile. The county has a diverse demographic makeup, with 92.2% of the population being White, 2.1% Black, 0.3% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.5% Asian, and 1.4% Hispanic. The median age in Sullivan County is 43.6 years, with a slightly higher percentage of females (50.1%) compared to males (49.9%). The average household size is 2.33, with 44.1% of households being families.
In terms of housing, there are 66,298 households in Sullivan County, with 65.4% being owner-occupied and 26.9% being renter-occupied. The county has a vacancy rate of 10.1%. In terms of agriculture, there are 1,183 farms in Sullivan County, with an average size of 71 acres. The average sales value of agricultural products in 2017 was $18,596. Overall, Sullivan County compares favorably to other counties in Tennessee in terms of population diversity, age distribution, and housing occupancy rates. The county's agricultural sector also plays a significant role in its economy, contributing to the overall prosperity of the region.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Reynolds Rx
2023-03-29
Clinch Wildlife Openings Rx
2023-03-28
Ivy Valley Fire
2022-03-21
Flooding
Tropical Storm Claudette
2021-06-19Rye Cove
2021-03-05
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2021-02-28Pound Gap Rx
2020-03-17
Patriot
2019-03-30
Pound Gap Rx
2019-03-27
Flooding
Tropical Storm Michael
2018-10-10Hurricane Florence
2018-09-18
Little Stoney Falls
2018-05-02
Edith Gap
2018-04-06
Little Stony
2018-04-06
Larual Branch
2018-04-06
Hailstorm
2017-05-27
Dusty Hollow
2017-02-04
Little Stony 2
2016-11-20
Fairview Ia//Speer Valley
2016-11-11
Fairview
2016-11-11
Little Stony
2016-10-28
Pound Gap Rx
2016-10-18
Hot Top
2016-09-13
Hailstorm
2015-06-21
Hailstorm
2014-07-27
Hailstorm
2014-06-11
Hailstorm
2012-03-02
Hailstorm
2012-02-24
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snow
2011-03-07Flooding
Tropical Storm Ida
2009-11-10Hailstorm
2006-04-26
Tornado
2006-04-25
Hailstorm
2006-04-25
Hailstorm
2006-04-07
Hailstorm
2006-04-07
Hailstorm
2005-06-20
Hurricane Frances
2004-09-10
Tornado
2004-05-26
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-11-19Flooding
Rain And Snow
2003-02-15Hailstorm
2002-11-10
Hailstorm
2002-07-02
Hailstorm
2002-07-02
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2002-05-02Hailstorm
2002-05-01
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2002-03-17Flooding
Heavy Rain
2002-01-23Flooding
Heavy Rain
2001-08-03Flooding
Heavy Rain
2001-07-29Hailstorm
1998-07-19
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1998-04-17Hailstorm
1998-01-08
Hailstorm
1997-04-12
Hailstorm
1996-05-24
Tornado
1996-04-13
Hailstorm
1994-09-25
Hailstorm
1985-05-31
Hailstorm
1985-05-31
Hailstorm
1980-08-01
Hailstorm
1977-05-05