Natural Disaster Risk in Marinette

Natural Hazard Profile: Marinette, Wisconsin

Located in the Great Lakes region in Marinette County, Marinette is a city of approximately 15,119 residents. The humid continental climate that characterizes this part of Wisconsin — marked by long, cold winters with lake-effect snow and warm summers — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Marinette a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

FEMA rates Marinette's composite natural disaster risk at 5.5 out of 10 — moderate risk. Arctic air outbreaks are the leading natural hazard, with temperature plunges to dangerous lows capable of causing hypothermia and widespread infrastructure failures. Residents should also account for coastal flood and lightning risk in their preparedness planning.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Marinette's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, near the 5.4/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by cold wave and coastal flood, as measured by FEMA across Marinette County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a moderate risk rating, Marinette 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.