Natural Disaster Risk in Catharine

Natural Hazard Profile: Catharine, Kansas

Located in the interior eastern United States in Ellis County, Catharine is a small unincorporated community. The semi-arid continental climate that characterizes this part of Kansas — marked by hot summers, cold winters, and exposure at the heart of Tornado Alley — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Catharine a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

FEMA rates Catharine's composite natural disaster risk at 5.7 out of 10 — moderate risk. Large hail is the dominant natural hazard, with supercell thunderstorms regularly producing damaging hailstones capable of destroying crops, vehicles, and roofs. Residents should also account for winter and ice storm risk in their preparedness planning.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Catharine's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 5.2/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by hail and winter, as measured by FEMA across Ellis County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a moderate risk rating, Catharine residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for hail is recommended.