Hazard Score
29 Catastrophes Recorded
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Very Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
8
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
1
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
3
Hazard Shelters
1
Fire Stations
0
Hospitals
1
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Portage, Wisconsin, has a relatively low overall risk score of 58.61, with specific risks including hail, thunderstorms, and winter weather events. The area has a high wind risk, with a score of 63.82, and a moderate risk of hail and thunderstorms with scores of 89.06 and 53.67, respectively. The region has seen 95 severe wind events and 639 lightning events historically, contributing to its risk profile.
Portage is located near water bodies like Lake Wisconsin and the Wisconsin River, increasing the risk of flooding and severe weather events. The area also has fault lines and mountain peaks that can exacerbate natural disasters. For example, the Wisconsin River Valley is prone to flooding, with the potential for significant damage to infrastructure and property. Additionally, the region's proximity to the Great Lakes can lead to lake-effect snowstorms and extreme cold weather events.
Overall, Portage, Wisconsin, faces a range of natural ...
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Hailstorm
2019-08-05
Hailstorm
2019-08-05
Hailstorm
2018-06-15
Hailstorm
2017-06-16
Hailstorm
2015-08-02
Hailstorm
2015-06-08
Hailstorm
2014-07-31
Hailstorm
2014-07-31
Hailstorm
2014-06-18
Hailstorm
2012-06-18
Hailstorm
2011-05-22
Hailstorm
2011-05-22
Hailstorm
2011-04-10
Hailstorm
2010-07-10
Hailstorm
2008-07-16
Hailstorm
2008-05-25
Hailstorm
2007-06-07
Hailstorm
2007-03-25
Hailstorm
2007-03-25
Hailstorm
2006-04-13
Tornado
2004-06-23
Hailstorm
2004-06-23
Hailstorm
2003-04-15
Tornado
1992-05-16
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-08-18Tornado
1988-05-08
Tornado
1984-04-27
Hailstorm
1984-04-27
Tornado
1976-06-13