Hazard Score
270 Catastrophes Recorded
Cuyahoga County, Ohio
16 Cities with a Population of 1,245,337, and 545,056 Households
Cuyahoga County in Ohio faces a relatively moderate risk of natural disasters and climate-related hazards, with a risk score of 91.25. The area is prone to flooding events, with an annual flood frequency of 2.875% and a flood risk score of 93.57, indicating a relatively high risk. Additionally, the county experiences thunderstorm events on an annual basis, with a frequency of 51.79% and a risk score of 97.20, categorizing the risk as relatively high.
Specific climate factors in Cuyahoga County include high wind events, with a frequency of 1.76% and a risk score of 94.56, indicating a relatively high risk. Geologically, the area is characterized by fault lines and river systems that can exacerbate flood risks. Lake Erie, located to the north of the county, can influence weather patterns and contribute to lake-effect snowstorms in the region. The proximity to the Great Lakes region also increases the likelihood of severe thunderstorms and hail events in the area.
Historically, Cuyahoga County has experienced instances of severe thunderstorms, flooding, and high wind events. The county's location near Lake Erie and its exposure to weather patterns from the Great Lakes contribute to the risk of extreme weather events. The county's topography, including the Cuyahoga River and surrounding water bodies, can also impact flood risk. It is essential for residents and authorities in the area to be prepared for these natural hazards and take proactive measures to mitigate risk and ensure community resilience.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: High
HAZARDS
218
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
19
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
122
Hazard Shelters
104
Fire Stations
30
Hospitals
67
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Cuyahoga County, located in Ohio, has a total population of 1,245,337 with a population density of 2,712.7 people per square mile. The county has a diverse population with 65.3% White, 30.5% Black, 2.1% Asian, and 4.9% Hispanic. The median age in Cuyahoga County is 40.2 years, with a slightly higher percentage of females (54%) compared to males (46%). The county has a total of 545,056 households, with an average household size of 2.29 and an average family size of 3.01. In terms of housing, Cuyahoga County has 621,763 housing units, with 33.6% owner-occupied and 34.3% renter-occupied.
Compared to other counties in Ohio, Cuyahoga County is one of the most populous and densely populated counties in the state. It has a higher percentage of Black and Hispanic residents compared to the state average, which is 12.3% and 3.9% respectively. The county also has a higher median age compared to the state average of 39.3 years. In terms of housing, Cuyahoga County has a higher percentage of renter-occupied units compared to the state average of 29.6%. Additionally, the county has a larger average farm size and average farm sale value compared to other counties in Ohio.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Terra Vista Prescribe Fire
2021-04-23
Hailstorm
2020-10-23
Hailstorm
2020-10-23
Hailstorm
2020-10-23
Hailstorm
2020-04-07
Hailstorm
2020-04-07
Tornado
2019-06-16
Hailstorm
2019-01-08
Hailstorm
2019-01-08
Hailstorm
2019-01-08
Hailstorm
2019-01-08
Hailstorm
2018-09-20
Hailstorm
2018-07-26
Hailstorm
2018-05-22
Hailstorm
2018-05-22
Hailstorm
2018-05-22
Hailstorm
2018-05-22
Hillside Road
2018-03-18
Hailstorm
2017-08-11
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2017-05-28
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2017-05-28
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2017-03-30
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2017-03-30
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2017-03-30
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2015-05-30
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2015-05-30
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2014-06-24
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2014-06-24
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2014-06-18
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2014-06-18
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2014-06-17
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2014-05-14
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2013-09-12
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2013-07-23
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2013-07-23
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2013-07-23
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2013-07-23
Tornado
2013-07-20
Hailstorm
2013-07-10
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2013-07-10
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2013-07-10
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2013-07-10
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2013-07-10
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2013-07-10
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2013-06-25
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2013-05-10
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2013-05-10
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2013-05-10
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2013-05-10
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2013-04-08
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2012-03-15
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2011-11-14
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2011-09-01
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2011-08-18
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2011-08-18
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2011-08-18
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2011-08-09
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2011-08-01
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2011-08-01
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2011-06-21
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2011-05-29
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2011-05-25
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2011-05-25
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2011-05-25
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2011-05-23
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2011-05-23
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2011-05-23
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2011-05-23
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2011-05-23
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2011-05-12
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2011-04-19
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2011-04-16
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snow
2011-03-07Hailstorm
2010-09-07
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2010-09-07
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2010-09-07
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2010-05-07
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2010-05-07
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2010-05-07
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2010-05-07
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2010-05-07
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2010-05-07
Hailstorm
2010-03-22
Flooding
Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B
2010-03-10Hailstorm
2009-08-10
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2009-08-10
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2009-07-17
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2009-06-25
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2009-06-25
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2009-06-01
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2008-08-07
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2008-08-07
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2008-08-07
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2008-06-22
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2008-06-22
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2008-06-22
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2008-06-22
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2008-06-22
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2008-06-22
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2008-06-21
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2008-06-21
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2007-08-02
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2007-06-27
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2007-06-04
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2007-05-25
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2007-05-01
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2006-10-28
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2006-07-27Hailstorm
2006-06-28
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2006-06-28
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2006-06-22
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2006-06-19
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2006-06-19
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2006-05-31
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2006-04-12
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2006-04-07
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2005-11-06
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2005-08-20
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2005-04-20
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2004-07-14
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2004-06-09
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2004-05-21
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2004-05-17
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2004-05-17
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2004-05-17
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2004-05-17
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2004-04-19
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2004-04-19
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-07-21Hailstorm
2003-07-07
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2003-07-07
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2003-07-07
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2003-05-10
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2003-05-09
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2003-05-09
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2002-08-16
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2002-06-21
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2002-06-21
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2002-06-04
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2002-04-15
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2001-06-21
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2001-06-20
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2000-09-15
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2000-06-29
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2000-06-29
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2000-06-14
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2000-05-31
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2000-05-31
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1999-10-13
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1999-10-13
Tornado
1999-07-28
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1999-07-28
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1999-07-06
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1999-06-12
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1998-06-27
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1998-06-27
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1998-06-02
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1998-05-31
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1998-04-08
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1998-04-08
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1997-08-16
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1996-08-20
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1996-08-20
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1996-06-24
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1996-06-04
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1996-04-22
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1996-04-22
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1996-04-20
Hurricane Opal
1995-10-06
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1995-07-15
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1995-06-21
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1995-05-28
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1995-05-24
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1995-05-10
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1994-11-01
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1994-09-25
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1994-07-06
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1994-06-29
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1994-04-27
Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
1994-04-09Hailstorm
1993-09-02
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1993-07-04
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1993-06-27
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1992-08-30
Tornado
1992-07-12
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1991-05-30
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1991-05-24
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1991-04-09
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1989-10-10
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1989-10-10
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1989-09-07
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1988-05-15
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1988-05-15
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1986-05-06
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1986-05-06
Tornado
1985-03-31
Tornado
1983-05-02
Hailstorm
1983-05-02
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1983-05-02
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1982-03-16
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1978-08-19
Hailstorm
1977-07-07
Tornado
1977-04-02
Hailstorm
1974-07-29
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1974-07-29
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1974-04-14
Tornado
1973-05-08
Tornado
1970-07-15
Hailstorm
1970-05-25
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1970-05-23
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1968-05-15
Hailstorm
1967-05-08
Tornado
1966-09-29
Hailstorm
1966-06-09
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1965-08-06
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1965-05-16
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1965-05-16
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1964-04-21
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1963-08-03
Tornado
1962-08-20
Hailstorm
1960-04-16
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1959-05-10
Hailstorm
1956-05-12
Tornado
1952-05-24
Tornado
1951-06-22