Natural Disaster Risk in Caledonia County

Natural Hazard Profile: Caledonia County, Vermont

Situated in the United States, Caledonia County in Vermont experiences a humid continental climate marked by long, snowy winters and cool summers. Nor'easters and spring flooding from snowmelt is a defining feature of the regional hazard profile that affects residents and property owners countywide.

FEMA rates Caledonia County's composite natural disaster risk at 5.0 out of 10 — moderate risk. Avalanche risk is the dominant natural hazard, with steep mountain terrain and heavy seasonal snowpack creating conditions for dangerous snow slides in and around the area. Residents should also account for hurricane and landslide risk in their preparedness planning.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Caledonia County's natural disaster risk is near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, near the 5.1/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by avalanche and hurricane, as measured by FEMA across Caledonia County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a moderate risk rating, Caledonia County 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 avalanche is recommended.