Hazard Score
417 Catastrophes Recorded
Dane County, Wisconsin
14 Cities with a Population of 557,909, and 203,750 Households
Dane County, Wisconsin, faces a relatively moderate overall risk, with a risk score of 90.74 out of 100. The county has a high risk rating for hail events, with a risk score of 98.89, indicating a higher probability and impact of hail storms. Additionally, the county faces a relatively high risk from tornado events, with a risk score of 96.30. These risks are influenced by the county's exposure to severe weather events, such as thunderstorms and strong winds, which have historically impacted the area.
Specific climate factors in Dane County, Wisconsin, include a high frequency of lightning events, with a risk score of 96.30, and a moderate risk from snow and ice events, with a risk score of 73.05. The county's geographical features, such as its proximity to water bodies like Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, can contribute to the risk of severe weather events. In addition, the county's terrain, including its low-lying areas and agricultural land, may be susceptible to flooding during heavy rainfall events, adding to the overall hazard risk.
The county's topography, including its lack of coastlines and fault lines, reduces the risk of certain natural disasters like hurricanes and earthquakes. However, Dane County's exposure to severe weather events, such as hailstorms and tornadoes, poses significant risks to its population and infrastructure. By understanding and preparing for these specific hazards, the county can effectively mitigate the impact of natural disasters and ensure the safety and resilience of its residents.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Moderate
HAZARDS
151
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
14
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
158
Hazard Shelters
39
Fire Stations
10
Hospitals
33
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Dane County, located in Wisconsin, has a population of 557,909 with a population density of 450.8 per square mile. The population has increased since the 2010 census, which recorded a population of 488,073. The county is predominantly white, with 74.1% of the population identifying as White, 4.5% as Black, and 4.1% as Asian. The Hispanic population makes up 5.2% of the total population. In terms of gender distribution, there are slightly more females (246,662) than males (241,411) in Dane County. The median age in the county is relatively young at 34.5, with a slightly higher median age for females (35.5) compared to males (33.5). The average household size is 2.33, and the average family size is 2.95.
Compared to other counties in Wisconsin, Dane County stands out for its higher population density and diverse population, with a larger percentage of Asian residents compared to many other counties in the state. The county also has a relatively young population, with a median age below the state average. Dane County has a higher average household size compared to some other counties in Wisconsin, indicating a trend towards larger families. The county also has a significant agricultural presence, with a relatively large number of farms and a substantial amount of crop acreage. Overall, Dane County's population demographics and economic indicators position it as a dynamic and diverse county within the state of Wisconsin.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
23 Iatr Savanna North Bil Rx
2023-04-27
23 Iatr Savanna North Piles Bil Rx
2023-04-20
22 Piles Dr311
2022-02-15
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2020-06-29
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2020-06-29
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2019-09-27
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2019-09-27
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2019-06-24
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2019-06-24
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2019-06-24
Flooding
Snowmelt, Heavy Rain, Ice Jams
2019-03-13Hailstorm
2018-08-26
Tornado
2018-08-09
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2018-05-09
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2018-05-09
Tornado
2017-10-07
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2017-07-06
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2017-07-02
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2014-06-29
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2014-06-18
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2014-06-16
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2014-06-16
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2014-06-16
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2014-04-13
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2012-07-30
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2012-07-30
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2012-05-28
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2012-05-28
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2012-05-28
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2011-09-25
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2011-09-03
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2011-08-08
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2011-06-21
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2010-11-22
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2010-09-18
Flooding
Dam Failure, Heavy Rain
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2010-07-22
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2010-07-22
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2010-07-22
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2010-07-22
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2009-07-11
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2009-06-18
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2009-06-08
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2009-02-28Hailstorm
2008-07-02
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2008-06-14
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2008-06-14
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2008-06-12
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2008-06-07
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2008-06-07
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2008-06-07
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2008-06-05
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2008-06-05Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
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2008-01-07
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2007-08-22
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2007-08-14
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2007-06-21
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2006-07-22
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2006-06-28
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2005-09-13
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2005-06-10
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2005-03-30
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2005-03-30
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2005-03-30
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2004-07-16
Tornado
2004-07-11
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2004-06-23
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2004-06-23
Hailstorm
2004-06-23
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2004-06-23
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-06-10Tornado
2004-05-23
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2004-05-23
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2004-05-23
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Heavy Rain
2004-05-22Hailstorm
2004-05-08
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2003-07-06
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2003-05-30
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2003-05-10
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1999-06-28
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1999-06-06
Flooding
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1998-08-04Hailstorm
1998-07-20
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1998-06-20
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1998-06-18
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1998-05-19
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1998-05-15
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1997-08-03
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1997-07-25
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1997-07-25
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1996-10-29
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1996-07-22
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1995-07-15
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1995-06-07
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1993-06-24
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1992-07-13
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1992-06-17
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1992-06-17
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1991-06-14
Tornado
1991-05-22
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1991-04-28
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-08-18Hailstorm
1990-07-18
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1990-03-13
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1990-03-13
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1990-03-13
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1989-07-08
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1989-07-08
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1989-06-14
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1989-06-14
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1989-06-14
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1988-09-02
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1988-05-08
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1987-05-27
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1986-09-28
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1986-07-11
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1986-04-25
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1985-07-04
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1985-07-04
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1985-06-21
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1985-06-21
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1985-06-21
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1985-06-15
Tornado
1985-05-30
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1985-05-26
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1985-05-26
Tornado
1984-06-08
Hailstorm
1982-08-02
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1982-08-01
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1982-07-06
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1982-03-30
Tornado
1981-06-15
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1980-06-07
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1980-04-07
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1979-08-08
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1979-08-05
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1979-05-18
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1977-08-03
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1977-08-03
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1977-07-16
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1976-08-25
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1976-07-30
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1975-07-03
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1975-07-03
Tornado
1975-06-04
Tornado
1974-05-21
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1974-04-21
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1973-07-09
Tornado
1973-03-11
Tornado
1972-09-20
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1971-09-04
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1971-06-18
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1971-04-12
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1971-04-12
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1969-07-23
Tornado
1969-06-04
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1969-06-04
Tornado
1969-05-31
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1968-04-20
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1967-08-02
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1967-06-11
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1966-07-10
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1965-05-03
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1964-06-22
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1964-06-20
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1964-06-02
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1963-06-26
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1963-06-07
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1963-05-09
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1960-08-03
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1960-07-02
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1960-07-02
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1959-04-07
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1958-10-09
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1958-08-12
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1955-04-18