Natural Disaster Risk in Humbird

Natural Hazard Profile: Humbird, Wisconsin

Humbird, in Clark County, is a small community of about 693 situated in the interior eastern United States. Its humid continental climate brings long, cold winters with lake-effect snow and warm summers, and in particular severe blizzards and spring tornado outbreaks. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Humbird residents and property owners must navigate.

Humbird's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.6/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Cold wave events are the primary hazard risk, driven by periodic invasions of Arctic air that drive wind chills to life-threatening levels and stress heating systems. Secondary hazards include hail and wind.

Within Wisconsin, Humbird's risk is, near the 5.4/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Clark County identifies cold wave as the foremost hazard, followed by hail and wind. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, Humbird 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 cold wave is recommended.