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2017 - Cities Climate Hazards

Row numberAccount numberOrganizationCountryRegionC40AccessProject YearClimate HazardsMagnitude of ImpactImpact DescriptionAssets or services that may be most impacted (1)Assets or services that may be most impacted (2)Assets or services that may be most impacted (3)
80155419City of MiramarUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Rain stormLess seriousA severe rainstorm can not only prove to be fatal, but have tremendous effects on the environment (both built and green). Damage caused by flooding from rainstorms can be a health hazard as well and cause significant sanitation concerns.Water Supply & SanitationTransportEnvironment
80255419City of MiramarUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Vector-borne diseaseLess seriousThe sub-tropical climate of South Florida is already a heavy breeding ground for arthropods which carry numerous diseases and an increase in sea-level rise, or the inability to contain the amount of arthropods/disease currently known could have significant impacts on the area. Likewise, climate change could also introduce new arthropods and disease which the area might not be able to contain, or be able to contain in a quick/efficient manner.Public healthFood and agricultureWater Supply & Sanitation
80358530City of Northampton, MAUSANorth AmericaPublic2017River floodSeriousIncreased damage risks to properties within the floodplainResidentialOther: WaterFood and agriculture
80458530City of Northampton, MAUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Vector-borne diseaseSeriousAdditional diseases (e.g., EEE) and worsening of some existing diseases (e.g., Lyme)Other: Health and community
80558530City of Northampton, MAUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Rain stormSeriousLocalized flooding and damage to road and other infrastructureTransportResidentialOther: Commerical
80658530City of Northampton, MAUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Extreme hot daysSeriousMore hot and extremely hot days and heat related stressOther: Health and communityResidential
80750560City of OaklandUSANorth AmericaPublic2017DroughtExtremely seriousThe state of California is recovering from a serious four year drought, which required exceptional water conservation measures to address the impacts of a limited snowpack and unsustainably depleted groundwater supply. As a result of the drought, communities were left with limited access to water, and forest and land fires increased in frequency and severity.Other: WaterFood and agricultureOther: Health and community
80849327City of ProvidenceUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Coastal floodExtremely seriousResidential and commercial property damage, infrastructure damage, loss of power, possible loss of life.Other: Health and communityOther: CommericalOther: Emergency services
80950560City of OaklandUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Coastal floodExtremely seriousOakland has 19 miles of coastline along the San Francisco Bay with an active commercial shipping seaport, international airport, and many neighborhoods at low elevations making Oakland extremely vulnerable to flooding. Rising sea levels have already resulted in periodic coastal flooding in low-lying areas, drowned out saltwater marshes, and salt water intrusion in Oakland’s wastewater treatment facilities.Other: Emergency servicesResidentialOther: Commerical
81050560City of OaklandUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Extreme hot daysExtremely seriousExtreme hot days are increasing each year. Many residential and commercial facilities do not have air conditioning due to a typically moderate climate. Elderly populations, populations without air conditioning, and businesses without air conditioning are vulnerable.Other: Health and communityPublic healthOther: Emergency Services
81150560City of OaklandUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Flash/surface floodSeriousClimate change may result in an increase of intense and frequent precipitation events. The combination of higher tides due to rising sea levels and larger storms with Oakland’s aging stormwater infrastructure system may lead to significant urban flooding and flood damage, which will disproportionately affect low-lying areas.ResidentialOther: Health and communityOther: Emergency services
81250560City of OaklandUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Ocean acidificationSeriousIncreasing carbon emissions has increased levels of acidity in the ocean, which has diminished the capacity of marine organisms to form their shells and decimated coral reefs across the globe. Ocean acidification may significantly harm marine ecosystems and the seafood industry.Other: CommericalOther: Health and communityFood and agriculture
81350560City of OaklandUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Land fireExtremely seriousThe Oakland Hills Fire of 1991 was the most devastating fire in California history. Increased drought conditions and heat days attributed to climate change may result in an increase of wildfires.Other: Health and communityResidentialOther: Emergency services
81450560City of OaklandUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Permanent inundationSeriousThe Bay Area is a large ecosystem of brackish wetlands extending the length of the Delta. Permanent inundation of tidal marshes compromises the ecosystem’s ability to reduce wave energy, improve water quality and support habitat for threatened species.Food and agricultureOther: WaterOther: Health and community
81514344City of Park City, UTUSANorth AmericaPublic2017DroughtSeriousIn the long term, lower precipitation may lead to a reduction in the water supply of Park City, which is primarily sourced from mountain runoff. As annual precipitation decreases, reservoirs like the Jordanelle may experience depletion.Water Supply & SanitationCommercialResidential
81614344City of Park City, UTUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Forest fireSeriousWith warmer and drier summers, the risk of forest fires will increase. Park City is a community surrounded by forest, and currently does not have adequate measures in place to mitigate a wildfire. A serious forest fire could devastate the summer and winter economy of Park City.Public healthCommercialResidential
81714344City of Park City, UTUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Flash/surface floodLess seriousA flash flood resulting from a heavy rainfall event could significantly impact Park City's existing infrastructure.TransportEmergency ManagementResidential
81814344City of Park City, UTUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Severe windLess seriousA severe wind event could impact Park City's existing energy infrastructure causing an interruption in power supply, along with other infrastructure damage. Recurring strong winds affect Park City's ski resorts to run their chair lifts.EnergyCommercialTransport
81914344City of Park City, UTUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Heavy snowSeriousAn increase in precipitation during the winter months could increase the severity and duration of winter storms. Park City is primarily accessed from Salt Lake City via one highway, I-80, which is susceptible to closures during severe winter storms. An increase in winter storm severity could significantly disrupt access to the city and emergency response.TransportEmergency ManagementCommercial
82035874City of PhoenixUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Other: Extreme hot weatherSeriousVulnerable communities at health and safety riskOther: Health and communityEnergyResidential
82135874City of PhoenixUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Vector-borne diseaseExtremely seriousFear and possible drastic change of behavior; economic damageOther: Emergency servicesOther: Health and communityFood and agriculture
82235874City of PhoenixUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Extreme hot daysSeriousVulnerable communities at health and safety riskEnergyOther: Health and communityResidential
82335874City of PhoenixUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Flash/surface floodExtremely seriousExperience with flash floods informs the conclusion that impacts may occur unexpectedly anywhere with severe impact.Other: CommericalResidentialOther: Emergency services
82435874City of PhoenixUSANorth AmericaPublic2017DroughtSeriousPhoenix currently has a 100 year supply of water and energy in the region and with Resiliency Planning the region is expected to meet the challenge of new additional climate change threats.EnergyOther: WaterFood and agriculture
82549327City of ProvidenceUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Cyclone (Hurricane/Typhoon)Extremely seriousResidential and commercial property damage, infrastructure damage, loss of power, possible loss of life.Other: Emergency servicesResidentialOther: Commerical
82654110City of Santa MonicaUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Extreme hot daysLess seriousResidentialEnergyPublic health
82749327City of ProvidenceUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Extreme hot daysSeriousRisk to elderly and low income, school closings, brown outsResidentialOther: Health and communityEducation
82849327City of ProvidenceUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Extreme winter conditionsSeriousResidential and commercial property damage, power loss, school closings, public safetyOther: Emergency servicesResidentialEnergy
82949327City of ProvidenceUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Flash/surface floodExtremely seriousResidential and commercial property damage, infrastructure damage, loss of power, possible loss of life.Other: Emergency servicesResidentialOther: Commerical
83049327City of ProvidenceUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Heat waveSeriousRisk to elderly and low income, school closings, brown outsResidentialEnergyEducation
83149327City of ProvidenceUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Heavy snowSeriousResidential and commercial property damage, power loss, school closings, public safetyOther: Emergency servicesEducationEnergy
83249327City of ProvidenceUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Lightning/thunderstormLess seriousResidential and commercial property damage, public safetyEnergyResidentialOther: Emergency services
83349327City of ProvidenceUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Rain stormLess seriousResidential & Commercial property damage, infrastructure damage, public safetyResidentialTransportOther: Commerical
83449327City of ProvidenceUSANorth AmericaPublic2017River floodSeriousResidential & Commercial property damage, infrastructure damage, public safetyOther: CommericalOther: Health and communityTransport
83549327City of ProvidenceUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Severe windExtremely seriousResidential and commercial property damage, infrastructure damage, loss of power, possible loss of life.EnergyOther: Emergency servicesOther: Commerical
83649327City of ProvidenceUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Storm surgeExtremely seriousResidential and commercial property damage, infrastructure damage, loss of power, possible loss of life.Other: Health and communityOther: CommericalOther: Emergency services
83758511City of Richmond, CAUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Rain stormSeriousLocal precipitation exposures encompass changes in annual averages as well as peak events during extreme storms. Since the City already has an arid climate, it is sensitive to a decrease in annual local precipitation, which can cause local drought, impacting local flora and contributing to wildfire risk (for regional drought and impacts to water supply. The average annual precipitation in the City of Richmond, when averaged across global climate models and decades, is expected to decrease slightly by 2100 under both high and low emission scenarios.ResidentialOther: Emergency servicesTransport
83858511City of Richmond, CAUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Extreme hot daysSeriousCalifornia in general expects overall hotter conditions for both mean and extreme temperatures. The City of Richmond area can expect to experience a rise in average annual temperature of about 3 to 6 degrees Fahrenheit above the historical average by the end of the century. Because of the increase in average temperature, the number of extreme heat days, and the number of warm nights, heat-related illness and mortality are expected to increase.Other: WaterOther: Health and communityFood and agriculture
83958511City of Richmond, CAUSANorth AmericaPublic2017DroughtExtremely seriousClimate models predict reductions in the average annual Sierra snowpack with a shift in snowmelt runoff to earlier in the year, changes in the timing, intensity and variability of precipitation, and an increased amount of precipitation falling as rain instead of as snow. Expected changes in precipitation and temperature patterns present a long-term risk to the City’s water supply.Other: WaterOther: Emergency servicesFood and agriculture
84058511City of Richmond, CAUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Forest fireSeriousWildfire frequency and intensity are expected to increase throughout California due to warmer temperatures, longer dry seasons and decreased plant moisture. More fires will increase public safety risks, damage property, stress local fire suppression capabilities and drive up emergency response costs to the local government. Wildfires also impact watersheds, water quality, and wildlife habitat. Areas of highest wildfire hazard will occur in the vicinity of Wildcat Canyon Regional Park and in the El Sobrante Hills neighborhoods along Castro Ranch Road. The City can expect these areas to become even more prone to wildfire hazard as the local climate changes, along with increased risk to other areas, such as the area around Point Molate at the western edge of the City.ResidentialOther: Health and communityOther: Health and community
84158511City of Richmond, CAUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Coastal floodExtremely seriousThe City’s primary exposure to sea level rise is property and infrastructure located in areas along the Bay shore prone to inundation and coastal flooding, and associated higher risk of liquefaction during seismic events. Bay Area Region Climate Change Projections, the 2012 NRC report projects 11 inches of sea level rise in the Bay by 2050 (with a range of 5 to 24 inches) and 36 inches by 2100 (with a range of 17 to 66 inches). Along the Bay shore, higher average sea levels will elevate Bay water levels, which can impede the drainage of precipitation via the creeks causing flooding.Other: CommericalOther: WaterResidential
84258511City of Richmond, CAUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Storm surgeExtremely seriousExtreme storms include periods of intense rainfall that can overwhelm the City’s storm drain and creek flood management systems, causing flooding. The current stormwater drainage system is designed for extreme precipitation based on historic climate data. Based on the GCM that projects generally wetter conditions for the Bay area, there some chance that the precipitation from individual storms could increase by approximately 10%.ResidentialOther: Emergency servicesOther: Water
84358511City of Richmond, CAUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Salt water intrusionExtremely seriousIncreased Bay water levels will alter the groundwater gradients along the shoreline, possibly worsening flooding in areas with shallow groundwater or causing landward salinity intrusion. This change will most directly impact shallow aquifers, which are not currently used for water supply. However, shallow aquifers do interact with some City assets, including the City’s stormwater collection system.Other: WaterFood and agricultureOther: Health and community
84449334City of Richmond, VAUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Rain stormSeriousThe City's stormwater drainage system is periodically overwhelmed by high intensity rain storms leading to flooding of certain neighborhoods.Other: CommericalOther: Health and communityResidential
84549334City of Richmond, VAUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Heat waveSeriousExtended periods of excessive heat pose a health threat to many vulnerable residents within the City.EnergyOther: Health and communityOther: Emergency services
84649334City of Richmond, VAUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Heavy snowSeriousSnow storms cause disruptions in transportation, commerce, education, and electric power delivery.EnergyTransportOther: Emergency services
84749334City of Richmond, VAUSANorth AmericaPublic2017River floodExtremely seriousHistoric flooding of the James River has caused severe damage to large parts of the City. This hazard has been mitigated by the construction of a flood wall in 1995, however, river flooding is still a concern.Other: WaterOther: Health and communityOther: Emergency services
84849334City of Richmond, VAUSANorth AmericaPublic2017DroughtSeriousDroughts affect water usage/availabililty, greenspaces/trees, and local food production.Other: WaterEnergyOther: Commerical
84949334City of Richmond, VAUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Cyclone (Hurricane/Typhoon)Extremely seriousHurricanes cause extensive damage to structures from strong winds and heavy rain.Other: Health and communityOther: CommericalOther: Emergency services
85035878City of SacramentoUSANorth AmericaPublic2017Extreme hot daysSeriousHeat waves are projected toincrease in frequency, intensity, andduration for the Sacramento region. Extreme heat waves are expectedto increase in number by ten times inthe Sacramento region and couldbecome an annual event by 2100. Sacramento could experience up to100 additional days per year withtemperatures above 95°F and by2090, the average July temperaturecould reach over 104°F.Other: Health and communityResidentialEnergy

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