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2021 Cities Climate Hazards

Row numberQuestionnaire NameAccount NumberAccount NameCountryCDP RegionParentSectionSectionQuestion NumberQuestion NameRowNumberRowNameClimate HazardsDid this hazard significantly impact your city before 2021?Current probability of hazardCurrent magnitude of hazardSocial impact of hazard overallMost relevant assets / services affected overallPlease identify which vulnerable populations are affectedFuture change in frequencyFuture change in intensityFuture expected magnitude of hazardWhen do you first expect to experience those changes in frequency and intensity?Please describe the impacts experienced so far, and how you expect the hazard to impact in the future
901Cities 202142178Distrito Metropolitano de QuitoEcuadorLatin America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.1Extreme Precipitation > Rain stormYesMediumHighIncreased risk to already vulnerable populationsEmergency services; Environment, biodiversity, forestry; Residential; TransportChildren & youth; Elderly; Low-income households; Persons living in sub-standard housingIncreasingIncreasingMedium HighMedium-term (2026-2050)Los episodios de lluvias intensa constituyen una de las amenazas o desencadenantes climáticos más recurrentes en el DMQ y tienen asociados dos efectos físicos o potenciales impactos: los movimientos en masa y las inundaciones. Los principales desencadenantes de las lluvias extremas son los movimientos en masa (zona rural y urbana) e inundaciones (zona urbana).
902Cities 202142178Distrito Metropolitano de QuitoEcuadorLatin America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.2Wild fire > Forest fireYesHighHighIncreased risk to already vulnerable populationsFood & agriculture; Other, please specify: BiodiversidadChildren & youth; Elderly; Low-income households; Marginalized groups; Persons living in sub-standard housingIncreasingIncreasingHighShort-term (by 2025)Burnt vegetation, impact on species, risk of fire in close populations, impact on housing, agricultural land and infrastructure
903Cities 202142178Distrito Metropolitano de QuitoEcuadorLatin America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.3Mass movement > LandslideYesMedium HighMedium HighIncreased risk to already vulnerable populations; Population displacementEnvironment, biodiversity, forestry; Land use planning; Residential; Water supply & sanitationLow-income households; Marginalized groups; Persons living in sub-standard housingIncreasingNoneHighMedium-term (2026-2050)Si se comparan los distintos escenarios y horizontes temporales, se observa una ligera variabilidad entre ellos, de forma que se puede concluir que las proyecciones climáticas apuntan a un incremento de la peligrosidad respecto a lo ya registrado durante el periodo histórico. Este hecho se debe a que las lluvias intensas (desencadenante climático del fenómeno de movimientos en masa) incrementan progresivamente a medida que aumenta el horizonte temporal y el escenario climático. Dentro de cada escenario y horizonte temporal, los niveles de riesgo más altos se encuentran asociados a las diferentes quebradas, laderas del Pichincha y elevaciones volcánicas puesto que presentan una mayor susceptibilidad a los movimientos en masa, en comparación con la zona urbanizada de Quito, cuyas zonas periféricas son las que registran el mayor riesgo al ser las más susceptibles.Así, en los receptores de hábitat urbano y población los niveles de riesgo más altos se concentran en las zonas periféricas de las parroquias urbanas. Estas zonas no solo son las áreas más susceptibles a movimientos en masa, sino que son las más vulnerables; esto es, son las zonas que poseen un nivel socio-económico más bajo, viviendas de calidad constructiva más baja y una mayor densidad de población.
904Cities 202142178Distrito Metropolitano de QuitoEcuadorLatin America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.4Flood and sea level rise > Flash / surface floodYesMediumMediumIncreased demand for public services; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsEmergency services; Environment, biodiversity, forestry; Residential; TransportElderly; Low-income households; Marginalized groups; Persons living in sub-standard housingIncreasingIncreasingMediumShort-term (by 2025)En el DMQ, las anegaciones de las avenidas y calles se producen de manera rápida, asociadas con lluvias intensas y repentinas en las partes altas de las cuencas de fuertes pendientes. Por otra parte, los ríos que discurren en valles inundables de bajas pendientes pueden fluir por ellas dejando cauces abandonados e inundando nuevos terrenos.Las inundaciones, además, son provocadas por causas antrópicas, como taponamiento y rotura de sistemas de recolección de aguas lluvias y alcantarillado o colectores, relleno de los drenajes naturales (quebradas), impermeabilización de suelos que aumenta la cantidad y la velocidad del agua a evacuarse, tala de bosques, inadecuado uso de suelo, construcciones y asentamientos humanos cerca de las vertientes de agua y en las franjas de protección de cuencas hidrográficas, entre otras.Los niveles de riesgo más altos tienen lugar fundamentalmente en las parroquias urbanas del DMQ, donde los eventos de precipitaciones intensas presentan mayor problemática debido a las bajas pendientes y a la falta de capacidad hidráulica del sistema de alcantarillado en algunos puntos. Así, en el caso del receptor hábitat urbano, los niveles de riesgo relativamente más elevados se registran en general en la zona urbana del DMQ, resultado en su mayoría del cruce de las edificaciones con vulnerabilidad a inundaciones moderada y un nivel de peligrosidad alto o muy alto. La vulnerabilidad está asociada a la calidad constructiva de las edificaciones en combinación con el nivel socioeconómico de cada manzana.Respecto al receptor población, la situación de la población en zonas de riesgo alto y muy alto representa un 9% y un 22%, para los escenarios RCP 4.5 (2016-2040) y RCP 8.5 (2041-2070), respectivamente.
905Cities 202142178Distrito Metropolitano de QuitoEcuadorLatin America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.5Extreme hot temperature > Heat waveNoMedium LowMedium LowIncreased demand for healthcare services; Increased demand for public services; Increased incidence and prevalence of disease and illness; Increased resource demand; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsLand use planning; Society / community & culture; Tourism; Water supply & sanitationChildren & youth; Elderly; Low-income householdsIncreasingIncreasingMedium HighShort-term (by 2025)En general, el nivel de riesgo por olas de calor es “Muy alto” en todos los receptores del DMQ. Es debido a que el nivel de amenaza es asimismo muy alto en todo el territorio y, por consiguiente, su exposición. Las variaciones que existen en el nivel de riesgo se deben a la componente de vulnerabilidad. Considerando el receptor “hábitat urbano”, por ejemplo, predomina un nivel de riesgo “Alto” y “Muy alto” con un total del 97% de la superficie del DMQ. Este nivel se debe no solo a la alta peligrosidad, sino también a la alta y/o moderada vulnerabilidad, que viene caracterizada por el bajo nivel socioeconómico de la población y la baja accesibilidad de las zonas verdes.A destacar la espacialización del riesgo en relación a los espacios naturales, vinculado a la sensibilidad frente a incendios forestales. Como es de esperar, el mayor riesgo se concentra en las laderas con altas pendientes y orientación sur y sureste.Las consecuencias de la isla de calor urbana son muy variadas, desde la reducción del gasto energético por uso de calefacción en invierno hasta el aumento de la demanda por refrigeración en verano, con especial agravio en eventos de calor extremo como las olas de calor y sus consiguientes riesgos para la salud, así como la propia alteración de la flora y fauna urbanas.
906Cities 202142384Göteborgs StadSwedenEurope2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.1Flood and sea level rise > River floodNoMedium LowMedium LowIncreased resource demandCommercial; Industrial; Land use planning; Residential; Society / community & culture; TransportOther, please specify: No specifically vulnerable population is identified to be affected by this climate hazard.IncreasingIncreasingMediumMedium-term (2026-2050)Until today the risk has been medium low and we have only expierenced smaller floods from rivers in the closest area to the water. We are planning to develop the area closest to the rivers in many areas and we have to take into consideration the flood risk. We believe that the risk and the consequences will increase in the future and we need to plan for that.We have simulated the flood risk with different climate scenarios and different recurrence of river flood to map the consequences of different scenarios. We have a stretegic document that says how we shall plan the city to minimize the risk of flooding for new developments.
907Cities 202142384Göteborgs StadSwedenEurope2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.2Flood and sea level rise > Coastal floodNoMedium LowMedium LowIncreased resource demandCommercial; Industrial; Land use planning; Residential; Society / community & culture; TransportOther, please specify: No specifically vulnerable population is identified to be affected by this climate hazard.IncreasingIncreasingMediumMedium-term (2026-2050)Until now we have had smaller events of coastal flooding in smaller areas of the city. We have simulated the flood risk with different climate scenarios and different levels of sea level rise to map the consequences of different sea level rise. We have a stretegic document that says how we shall plan the city to minimize the risk of flooding for new developments.
908Cities 202142384Göteborgs StadSwedenEurope2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.3Extreme Precipitation > Rain stormNoMedium LowMedium LowIncreased resource demandCommercial; Industrial; Land use planning; Residential; Society / community & cultureOther, please specify: No specifically vulnerable population is identified to be affected by this climate hazard.IncreasingIncreasingMediumShort-term (by 2025)We have until now not experienced very severe heavy rain in larger areas but we see a risk in the future for more common and more severe heavy rain fall.
909Cities 202142388Intendencia de MontevideoUruguayLatin America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.1Extreme Precipitation > Rain stormYesMedium HighMedium LowIncreased risk to already vulnerable populations; Population displacementEnergyElderly; Low-income households; Marginalized groups; Persons living in sub-standard housingIncreasingIncreasingMediumShort-term (by 2025)It has been observed in floods in urban areas which make the mobility hard. The city is working hard to minimize the occurrence of urban floods by implementing solutions in the areas where they were observed in the past, for this reason it is expected that the future impact will diminish
910Cities 202142388Intendencia de MontevideoUruguayLatin America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.2Storm and wind > Severe windYesMedium HighMedium HighIncreased risk to already vulnerable populations; Population displacementFood & agriculture; Society / community & cultureElderly; Low-income households; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Persons with disabilitiesIncreasingDo not knowLowShort-term (by 2025)The hail have done damage in precarious homes and losses of urban woodland.The city is continuously taking care of the health of the woodland to prevent accidents, but the strong winds cause detachment of branches and occasionally fall of the whole tree
911Cities 202142388Intendencia de MontevideoUruguayLatin America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.3Extreme hot temperature > Heat waveYesMedium HighMedium HighIncreased incidence and prevalence of disease and illness; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsPublic healthElderly; Low-income households; Persons with chronic diseases; Persons with disabilitiesIncreasingIncreasingDo not knowShort-term (by 2025)Se han detectado enfermedades asociadas a deshidratación, en particular en ancianos de población de bajos recurso. Pero esto no está cuantificado y se trata dentro de los protocolos normales de salud pública a nivel nacional.
912Cities 202142388Intendencia de MontevideoUruguayLatin America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.4Water Scarcity > DroughtYesMedium HighMedium HighFluctuating socio-economic conditions; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsFood & agricultureLow-income householdsIncreasingIncreasingMediumShort-term (by 2025)Montevideo is surrounded by a belt of orchards that provide most of the vegetables and fruits consumed in the city. To this we must add the subsistence agriculture that is fundamental in the families of the rural area of the Department of Montevideo
913Cities 202142388Intendencia de MontevideoUruguayLatin America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.5Biological hazards > Vector-borne diseaseYesMedium HighMedium HighIncreased demand for healthcare servicesOther, please specify: All the citizens of MontevideoIncreasingIncreasingMediumImmediatelyMontevideo was for near 100 years a Dengue free zone. Since 2010 the City is being developed a very strong campaign to avoid the epidemic, because Uruguay was the only country in South America without the disese. In 2017 the first local case of dengue was found in Montevideo.
914Cities 202143905City of San Antonio, TXUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.1Water Scarcity > DroughtYesHighHighIncreased demand for public services; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsEmergency services; Energy; ResidentialChildren & youth; Elderly; Low-income householdsIncreasingIncreasingDo not knowEach of these areas are impacted based on the vulnerability and hazard mitigation plan and the outline and extensive research provided by the plan. Each component listed here is impacted by the above mentioned areas of concern.
915Cities 202143905City of San Antonio, TXUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.2Flood and sea level rise > Flash / surface floodYesHighHighIncreased risk to already vulnerable populationsEmergency services; Residential; TransportChildren & youth; Elderly; Low-income households; Marginalized groups; Persons with disabilitiesIncreasingIncreasingModerate to major impact to health and safetyModerate to major impact to propertyImpacting properties that where once not considered in the floodplain and highway systems
916Cities 202143905City of San Antonio, TXUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.3Storm and wind > Tropical stormMediumMedium HighEmergency services; Energy; TransportIncreasingIncreasingModerate impact to health and safetyModerate impact to property
917Cities 202143905City of San Antonio, TXUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.4Biological hazards > Vector-borne diseaseHighHighOther, please specify; Public health; Water supply & sanitationElderly; Low-income households; Persons with chronic diseasesIncreasingIncreasingIncreasingly becoming a problem with insect migration
918Cities 202143905City of San Antonio, TXUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.5Extreme hot temperature > Extreme hot daysYesHighHighIncreased demand for healthcare services; Increased demand for public services; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsCommercial; Energy; Food & agriculture; Public health; Residential; Tourism; Water supply & sanitationChildren & youth; Elderly; Low-income households; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Persons with chronic diseases; Persons with disabilitiesIncreasingIncreasingHighMedium-term (2026-2050)Studies show that San Antonio could see 97 days a year with a heat index over 100 degrees and 59 days above 105 degrees by mid-century if no global action is taken to combat climate change. Historically, San Antonio averages 29 days a year with a heat index above 100 degrees and five days above 105 degrees, based on 1971-2000 records.https://www.expressnews.com/news/environment/article/Climate-change-study-San-Antonio-could-see-more-14097926.php
919Cities 202143907City of Indianapolis, INUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.1Extreme Precipitation > Rain stormYesHighMediumFluctuating socio-economic conditions; Increased incidence and prevalence of disease and illness; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsFood & agriculture; Public health; Residential; Transport; Waste management; Water supply & sanitationElderly; Low-income households; Marginalized groups; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Persons with disabilitiesIncreasingIncreasingDo not knowMedium-term (2026-2050)Flooding is one of the biggest hazards and is expected to see an increase in severity over the coming decades. The city’s infrastructure is aging, and in the event of a 100 year flood event as much as $3.6 Billion in damage is estimated. The ongoing Deep Rock Tunnel project is aimed to mitigate the potential impact of such events but is unlikely to eliminate it altogether. City is also implementing a 20-year, $320 million storm water capital improvement program to eliminate identified neighborhood flooding and drainage issues. In 2016, severe flooding occurred causing 15,000 residents to lose power. Between 2013 and 2018, there were 15 floods and 22 flash floods causing a total of $377.8 thousand dollars in damages. Spring and Summer of 2019 have been some of the wetter months on record according to Weather.gov. Average rainfalls from February through April were well above the 2.3 to 3.8 inch averages. May’s precipitation was slightly above average at 4.96 inches, but June’s precipitation was close to double the average at 7.51 inches. July and August both hovered near the average. May 2020 recorded 7.13 inches of precipitation above the 4.75 inch normal. However, April was well below average at 1.72 inches. The rest of the spring and summer averaged near normal rainfall. Source: https://www.weather.gov/ind/Precip_scorecard_IND
920Cities 202143907City of Indianapolis, INUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.2Extreme hot temperature > Heat waveYesMediumMediumIncreased conflict and/or crime; Increased incidence and prevalence of disease and illness; Increased resource demand; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsEnergy; Food & agriculture; Public health; ResidentialElderly; Low-income households; Marginalized groups; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Persons with disabilitiesIncreasingIncreasingHighMedium-term (2026-2050)Hotter summers will make it increasingly difficult for the community to meet ozone standards, requiring stricter environmental controls and discouraging business expansion. Hotter summers will also result in increased education costs. Currently, Indianapolis Public Schools sends children with asthma to air conditioned schools. Schools without air conditioning will need to find ways to provide a comfortable learning environment. Increased heat waves in intensity and duration typically produce air quality stagnation which increases PM2.5 and ozone levels. Public health faces greater jeopardy not only from the heat but also the deterioration of air quality associated with it. Children, older adults, those with underlying health issues, and anyone working outdoors are at a greater risk. In addition, increases in pollution levels reduce crop yields and also decrease the visibility, both of which have economic and quality of life impacts. The last heat wave recorded by NOAA was in 2000, which resulted in one death. In 2017, there was a heat wave in Marion County that included multiple days with heat indices of approximately 100 degrees.
921Cities 202143907City of Indianapolis, INUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.3Extreme hot temperature > Extreme hot daysYesHighMedium LowIncreased incidence and prevalence of disease and illness; Increased resource demand; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsEnergy; Food & agriculture; Public health; Water supply & sanitationChildren & youth; Elderly; Persons with chronic diseasesIncreasingIncreasingMedium HighMedium-term (2026-2050)Extreme heat is one of the biggest hazards and is expected to see an increase in severity over the coming decades. The city has vulnerable populations that will experience an increased risk of hospitalization or death with more intense heat. Increased heat waves in intensity and duration typically produce air quality stagnation which increases PM2.5 and ozone levels. Public health faces greater jeopardy not only from the heat but also the deterioration of air quality associated with it. Children, older adults and anyone working outdoors are at greater risk. In addition, increases in pollution levels reduce crop yields and also decrease the visibility, both of which have economic and quality of life impacts, especially in a farming region like Indianapolis.
922Cities 202143907City of Indianapolis, INUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.4Extreme Precipitation > Rain stormYesHighMedium HighLoss of traditional jobs; Migration from rural areas to citiesFood & agriculture; Transport; Water supply & sanitationLow-income households; Other, please specify; Persons living in sub-standard housingIncreasingIncreasingDo not knowMedium-term (2026-2050)The city’s infrastructure is aging, and a severe rain storm could lead to as much as $3.6 billion in estimated damage through flooding. The ongoing Deep Rock Tunnel project is aimed to mitigate the potential impact of such events but is unlikely to eliminate it altogether. City is also implementing a 20-year, $320 million storm water capital improvement program to eliminate identified neighborhood flooding and drainage issues. In May 2017, a heavy storm brought 8.5 inches of rain in less than 24 hours. Many roads were closed as a result and farm fields and homes were affected.Spring and Summer 2019 were some of the wetter months on record according to Weather.gov. Average rainfalls from February through April were well above the 2.3 to 3.8 inch averages. May’s precipitation was below the 5.05 inch record at just 4.16 inches, but June’s precipitation was well above the month’s average of 4.25 inches at 7.51 inches. July and August hovered near average.Spring and Summer of 2019 have been some of the wetter months on record according to Weather.gov. Average rainfalls from February through April were well above the 2.3 to 3.8 inch averages. May’s precipitation was slightly above average at 4.96 inches but June’s precipitation was close to double the average at 7.51 inches. July and August both hovered near the average. May 2020 recorded 7.13 inches of precipitation above the 4.75 inch normal. However, April was well below average at 1.72 inches. The rest of the spring and summer averaged near normal rainfall. Source: https://www.weather.gov/ind/Precip_scorecard_IND
923Cities 202143907City of Indianapolis, INUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.5Storm and wind > TornadoNoLowDo not knowIncreased demand for healthcare services; Increased demand for public services; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsEmergency services; Information & communications technology; Public health; ResidentialOther, please specify; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Persons with disabilitiesDo not knowDo not knowDo not knowLong-term (after 2050)Tornadoes are one of the most damaging events that can occur in the Midwest, but there is no clear evidence as to how or if climate change will impact their frequency or intensity. A study from 2018 found that though the number of tornadoes in the United States hasn't increased significantly, but the locations of the tornados are shifting more from the Great Plains area to the Midwest, including Indiana. Tornadoes in 2016 and 2014 damaged 100 homes and over 200 vehicles. In 2019, Marion County saw an EF0 and an EF1 tornado, which were the first confirmed touchdowns since 2016. Minor damage resulted. In 2020, Marion county did not experience any tornadoes but adjacent Johnson county reported an EF1 tornado on April 8th, no injuries or deaths were reported. Source: https://www.weather.gov/ind/marion_torn
924Cities 202143907City of Indianapolis, INUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.6Water Scarcity > DroughtYesMedium LowMedium LowIncreased demand for healthcare services; Increased demand for public services; Increased resource demand; Increased risk to already vulnerable populations; Loss of traditional jobs; Migration from rural areas to citiesCommercial; Food & agriculture; Public health; Water supply & sanitationLow-income households; Other, please specify; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Persons with chronic diseasesIncreasingIncreasingDo not knowLong-term (after 2050)Though Central Indiana has reliable sources of water, current water use patterns paired with increasing temperatures and reduced precipitation could lead to severe drought conditions within the next 5 to 10 years. In 2012, Indianapolis had a drought that lasted 45 days which caused significant losses to agricultural producers.
925Cities 202143908City of Milwaukee, WIUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.1Flood and sea level rise > Flash / surface floodYesMedium HighMedium HighIncreased demand for public servicesLand use planning; Water supply & sanitationLow-income households; Persons living in sub-standard housingIncreasingIncreasingMedium HighImmediatelyIn the past decade, the City has experienced extreme storms that have caused widespread flooding, damaging infrastructure and flooding private properies.
926Cities 202143908City of Milwaukee, WIUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.2Extreme cold temperature > Extreme winter conditionsYesHighMediumIncreased demand for public services; Increased resource demand; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsEmergency services; Public health; TransportLow-income households; Marginalized groups; Persons living in sub-standard housingIncreasingDo not knowMediumImmediatelyExtreme winter events such as the polar vortex have resulted in extreme low temperatures which put a strain on public services and pose a hazard to at risk populations such as the homeless or those who are already experiencing energy poverty.
927Cities 202143908City of Milwaukee, WIUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.3Extreme hot temperature > Heat waveNoMedium HighMediumIncreased conflict and/or crime; Increased demand for public services; Increased resource demand; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsEnergy; Food & agricultureLow-income households; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Persons with chronic diseasesIncreasingIncreasingMedium HighImmediatelyHigh temperatures are being reached earlier in the summer and being maintained for longer periods. While not as extreme as in other parts of the county, they still put a strain on at risk populations and energy infrastructure.
928Cities 202143909City of Orlando, FLUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.1Extreme hot temperature > Extreme hot daysYesHighHighFluctuating socio-economic conditions; Increased demand for healthcare services; Increased demand for public services; Increased incidence and prevalence of disease and illness; Increased resource demand; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsCommercial; Public health; ResidentialChildren & youth; Elderly; Low-income households; Marginalized groups; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Persons with chronic diseases; Persons with disabilities; Unemployed persons; Women & girlsIncreasingIncreasingHighImmediatelyWith the already-dangerous heat conditions in Florida, these significant increases in temperatures, in terms of individual days, averages, and seasonal changes, present serious implications for the health of local residents. The risk for heat-related health impacts is highest amongst infants, young children, the elderly over 65, those already ill, athletes, those spending time outside, including outdoor workers, those engaging in physical activity, and those who don’t have access to air conditioning (Climate Central, “U.S. faces dramatic rise in extreme heat, humidity”, 2016), as well as those in more urban areas within the city, due an increase in the Urban Heat Island effect (Environmental Protection Agency & Center for Disease Control, 2016). Since 9.4% of Orlando’s residents are over the age of 65, 7.1% are under five years old, and one-in-five of all residents (20.2%) live at or below the poverty line, which is above average among the lower 48 states (U.S. Census Bureau, 2017), we have a large representation of groups are considered to be especially vulnerable to extreme heat. Furthermore, during dangerously hot days, the risk for these heat-related effects sharply increases and can reach even healthy young adults to middle-aged individuals. According to current predictions, annual heat-related deaths will increase to tens-of-thousands by the end of the century (Climate Central, “U.S. faces dramatic rise in extreme heat, humidity”, 2016), and, with the projections for our region, many of these deaths will occur in Central Florida. For individuals and families with pets that spend some or all of their time outside or do not have air conditioning, this also presents a serious risk (Florida Division of Emergency Management, 2013). These heat impacts may also provide a strain on the healthcare system when faced with increased hospitalizations and doctors’ visits, need for home care, and insurance claims. (Climate Central, “U.S. faces dramatic rise in extreme heat, humidity”, 2016).The impacts from high heat also interact with other climate hazards that can result in amplified risks. This elevated heat can contribute to stagnant air, which has been increasing in Central Florida, and allows dangerous levels of both air pollutants and ground-level ozone to build up in the local area (Climate Central, “Stagnant air on the rise, upping ozone risk”, 2016).
929Cities 202143909City of Orlando, FLUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.2Storm and wind > Lightning / thunderstormYesHighMediumIncreased demand for healthcare services; Increased demand for public services; Increased risk to already vulnerable populations; Loss of tax base to support public servicesEmergency services; Energy; Other, please specify; Public health; Society / community & culture; TourismLow-income households; Other, please specify: Those who work outdoors.; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Unemployed personsIncreasingIncreasingMediumImmediatelyIncreased cloud-to-ground lightning strikes can result in more deaths and injuries, putting at risk local residents spending time outside, whether in careers that require outdoor workon-the-job, for leisure, or simply engaging in day-to-day activities, such as mowing the lawn (Jensenius, 2017). Additionally, this risk may be even higher for the large number of visitors to Orlando who may be less familiar with the frequency and danger of lightning and the need to take shelter, even when storms are not directly overhead.These strikes can also result in damages to the local electric infrastructure, which may already be strained due to other storm elements, such as heavy winds, as well as commercial and residential property damage, and add to the risk of wildfires (as discussed in the corresponding section of this document).
930Cities 202143909City of Orlando, FLUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.3Storm and wind > TornadoYesMedium HighMediumIncreased demand for healthcare services; Increased demand for public services; Increased resource demand; Loss of tax base to support public services; Other, please specify: Housing concerns for damaged properties.; Population displacementCommercial; Education; Emergency services; Energy; Information & communications technology; Public health; Residential; Society / community & culture; Tourism; TransportLow-income households; Marginalized groups; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Unemployed personsIncreasingIncreasingMedium HighImmediatelyAn increase in tornadoes could lead to loss of human and animal life and significant injuries, stemming from both direct impact from a tornado combined with minimal shelter or protection that can withstand the intense winds present and projectile debris (Florida Division of Emergency Management, 2013).Additionally, there is a high potential for structural damage ranging from minor roof damage to the complete demolition of the structure, depending on the location of the tornado, building type, year built, etc. Orange County has $104,657,193,000,000 in structures and $4,470,000 and $564,300,000 in annualized structural losses and County facilities that are considered at risk from tornadoes, with $240,000 in annualized facilities losses from damage (Florida Division of Emergency Management, 2013). While there are likely to be economic losses due to tornado damage, there is often increased economic activity in the wake of homes and businesses being rebuilt and repaired.
931Cities 202143909City of Orlando, FLUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.4Storm and wind > Cyclone (Hurricane / Typhoon)YesHighHighFluctuating socio-economic conditions; Increased conflict and/or crime; Increased demand for healthcare services; Increased demand for public services; Increased incidence and prevalence of disease and illness; Increased resource demand; Increased risk to already vulnerable populations; Loss of tax base to support public services; Loss of traditional jobs; Migration from rural areas to cities; Other, please specify: Short- and long-term climate migration from Caribbean region and coastal Florida areas.; Population displacementCommercial; Education; Emergency services; Energy; Environment, biodiversity, forestry; Food & agriculture; Industrial; Information & communications technology; Land use planning; Law & order; Public health; Residential; Society / community & culture; Tourism; Transport; Waste management; Water supply & sanitationChildren & youth; Elderly; Indigenous population; Low-income households; Marginalized groups; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Persons with chronic diseases; Persons with disabilities; Unemployed persons; Women & girlsIncreasingIncreasingHighImmediatelyAn increase in severe hurricane activity will result in increased injuries and fatalities caused by flooding and storm debris and power outages, during, before and after the storm. Carbon monoxide poisoning can occur during or after the storm has passed if gas-powered generators are placed in an area without proper ventilation, as occurred during the series of Florida hurricanes in 2005. Additionally, populations sensitive to heat, such as the elderly, may be left without power for air conditioning for extended periods of time resulting in injury and fatalities, as tragically occurred in South Florida after Hurricane Irma (Fritz, 2017; Ochoa, 2017). Finally, foodborne illness can result due to lack of power for refrigeration, and water-borne illness from drinking or preparing food with water that has been contaminated from the strains on water reclamation facilities and other sources of water pollution (Florida Department of Health, 2015).
932Cities 202143909City of Orlando, FLUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.5Flood and sea level rise > Flash / surface floodYesHighMedium HighIncreased conflict and/or crime; Increased demand for healthcare services; Increased demand for public services; Increased incidence and prevalence of disease and illness; Increased resource demand; Increased risk to already vulnerable populations; Loss of tax base to support public services; Population displacementCommercial; Education; Emergency services; Environment, biodiversity, forestry; Industrial; Land use planning; Public health; Society / community & culture; Tourism; Transport; Waste management; Water supply & sanitationElderly; Low-income households; Marginalized groups; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Persons with chronic diseases; Persons with disabilities; Unemployed personsIncreasingIncreasingMedium HighImmediatelySome of the highest risk areas for increased flooding include the outer edges of the Orlando with poorer draining soil, those in the neighborhoods to the south of downtown Orlando, and those near the Econlockhatchee River and Lake Hart, which present riverine and flash flooding threats, respectively, as well as potential dam failure at both locations.Based on past events in Florida, injuries and death could result from these flooding events, particularly involving automobile accidents during dangerous conditions. Illness may also result due to water contamination. Responders would also be at risk when responding to calls for assistance or rescue.
933Cities 202143909City of Orlando, FLUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.6Water Scarcity > DroughtYesMedium LowMedium LowIncreased resource demand; Loss of tax base to support public services; Migration from rural areas to cities; Population displacementEnvironment, biodiversity, forestry; Food & agriculture; Public healthOther, please specify: Those reliant upon urban agriculture in the City and, most likely, those in the agricultural industry beyond the City limits.IncreasingIncreasingMedium LowImmediatelyOften drought conditions in Florida first impact the agricultural sector. However, since this industry is very limited in Orlando, the impacts are more likely to be first seen across surface water in the City’s lakes and streams, as well as subsurface ground water upon which we depend for our potable water for drinking, plumbing, and irrigation. Impacts on local flora and smaller community gardens and urban agriculture may also be experienced.The effect of droughts in the region would also be dangerous for its impacts on other hazards. By lowering water tables and compromising the integrity of soil for holding large amounts of water, droughts present an elevated risk for sinkholes. The dry conditions also raise the risk for wildfires.The local impacts of water regulations could impact the hospitality and tourism sectors, including the water-based attractions at local theme parks, attractions, and hotels, as well as local ecotourism, such as tubing, paddleboarding, and kayaking in local lakes, streams, and springs. Since these industries represent a large portion of the local economy, these impacts could have a significant negatively influence. Additionally, with damages to the statewide agricultural industry, prices on a number of crops, including oranges, grapefruit, sweet corn, watermelons, cucumbers, squash, snap peas and sugar cane, as well as beef, could rise due to reduced supply.
934Cities 202143909City of Orlando, FLUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.7Wild fire > Forest fireYesHighMedium HighFluctuating socio-economic conditions; Increased conflict and/or crime; Increased demand for healthcare services; Increased demand for public services; Increased resource demand; Increased risk to already vulnerable populations; Loss of tax base to support public services; Migration from rural areas to citiesCommercial; Education; Emergency services; Energy; Environment, biodiversity, forestry; Industrial; Information & communications technology; Land use planning; Law & order; Public health; Residential; Society / community & culture; TourismElderly; Indigenous population; Low-income households; Marginalized groups; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Persons with chronic diseases; Persons with disabilities; Unemployed personsIncreasingIncreasingMedium HighImmediatelyA higher risk for wildfires puts our vulnerable county in danger of extensive property damage. The total value of structures at risk for wildfire damage (broken down by occupancy type in the table above) in Orange County is $17,197,000,000, with an estimated annualized loss of $1,405,000 and the total value of County facilities (shown with values in table below) is $1,454,500,000 with an estimated annualized loss of $32,610 (Florida Division of Emergency Management, 2013). The greatest loss potential lies in the single-family residential homes, many of which lie within the WUI in Orlando.Any wildfire activity will result in damage to forested lands and protected natural lands that provide habitats and nesting areas for local wildlife and valuable biodiversity within the region (Florida Division of Emergency Management, 2013), which could negative economic impacts not only for the previously occupied structures, but also future development potential in the area.There is also a possibility for death and injuries, although less common, during the early stages of wildfires and throughout the process of evacuation. A higher risk of harm exists for responders involved in the fire suppression, particularly if the fire grows or suddenly changes directions.Other dangers include possible transportation disruption across the interstate system, as was the case during Florida wildfires in 2012, which can affect local residents as well as the many visitors to the region.
935Cities 202143910City of Columbus, OHUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.1Flood and sea level rise > Flash / surface floodYesHighHighIncreased demand for healthcare services; Increased demand for public services; Increased incidence and prevalence of disease and illnessEnergy; Transport; Water supply & sanitationChildren & youth; Elderly; Low-income households; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Persons with disabilities; Unemployed personsIncreasingIncreasingHighMedium-term (2026-2050)Ohio has seen large increases in heavy storms that can lead to flooding. In 2018, the city set a new annual precipitation record of 55.18 inches and 2019 the city's annual precipitation was 43.94 inches, when the average annual value is 39.31 inches. Heavy rain has led to flooding of basements and road closures. Models project those trends will continue, creating major vulnerabilities to energy and water infrastructure, health, and transportation. https://byrd.osu.edu/sites/byrd.osu.edu/files/CCAP%20-%20Flooding.pdf
936Cities 202143910City of Columbus, OHUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.2Flood and sea level rise > River floodYesHighHighIncreased demand for healthcare services; Increased incidence and prevalence of disease and illnessEnergy; Transport; Water supply & sanitationElderly; Low-income households; Marginalized groups; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Persons with chronic diseasesIncreasingIncreasingHighMedium-term (2026-2050)Ohio has seen large increases in heavy storms that can lead to flooding of major rivers. From the 1951-1980 period to the 1981-2010 period, the amount of precipitation falling during the heaviest 1% of precipitation events increased by 36.2%. Models project those trends will continue, increasing flood damage risks to infrastructure. The Department of Public Utilities is creating a tool that involves collaboration between DPU, the Department of Public Safety, Columbus Police, and Columbus Fire on the creation of roadway routing for emergency and residential vehicles. While this tool would only be used during major river flooding, it would be a first step to identifying and communicating transportation routes. anhttps://byrd.osu.edu/sites/byrd.osu.edu/files/CCAP%20-%20Flooding.pdfd public health.
937Cities 202143910City of Columbus, OHUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.3Extreme Precipitation > Rain stormYesHighHighFluctuating socio-economic conditions; Increased demand for public servicesEnergy; Transport; Water supply & sanitationLow-income households; Other, please specify: Those employed by the agricultural sector; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Persons with chronic diseasesIncreasingIncreasingHighShort-term (by 2025)Total precipitation in Columbus has increased 19.8%, from 1951 through 2012. Fall precipitation increased dramatically, by 43.5% (3.2 inches). As temperatures warm and precipitation increases, the form and timing of precipitation will likely change. The number of days dry enough to plant crops in the spring may be reduced and the potential for rain on semi-frozen ground may increase. The agricultural sector will likely see an increased need for irrigation and controlled drainage and may need to treat livestock for infection and disease. The City will likely see increased infrastructure and property damage due to extreme weather and flooding.
938Cities 202143910City of Columbus, OHUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.4Extreme hot temperature > Extreme hot daysNoMedium HighMedium HighIncreased demand for healthcare services; Increased demand for public services; Increased incidence and prevalence of disease and illness; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsEmergency services; Public health; Water supply & sanitationChildren & youth; Elderly; Low-income households; Persons living in sub-standard housingIncreasingIncreasingHighShort-term (by 2025)In Columbus, Ohio the annual average temperatures warmed by 2.3°F from 1951-2012, faster than national and global rates. Rising temperatures increase the potential for extremely hot days. By mid-century, Columbus could see an additional 3 to 7 weeks per year of high temperatures exceeding 90°F, and an additional 1 to 2 weeks exceeding 95°F.
939Cities 202143910City of Columbus, OHUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.5Extreme hot temperature > Heat waveNoMediumHighFluctuating socio-economic conditions; Increased demand for healthcare services; Increased incidence and prevalence of disease and illness; Increased resource demand; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsFood & agriculture; Public health; Water supply & sanitationChildren & youth; Elderly; Low-income households; Persons living in sub-standard housingIncreasingIncreasingHighMedium-term (2026-2050)In early July, 2018, temperatures reached 94 degrees F and stayed over 90 degrees for four days. To reduce residents' vulnerability to sun exposure and intense heat, some city recreation centers extended their hours . Mayor Ginther released the following statement: “I encourage residents to take care during extreme heat,” said Mayor Ginther. “Our community centers are a safe place to cool off.” Temperatures are expected to continue rising and the frequency of extreme heat days are predicted to increase. In the future, Columbus may need to keep recreation centers open more often to ensure resident safety and will need to create a more robust public-private network of resilience hubs for residents to use during extreme weather events. This pace of extremely hot days continued into 2019 with a similar extended extreme heat event occurring in late July 2019. https://www.10tv.com/article/news/local/5-columbus-rec-centers-remain-open-weekend-help-people-beat-heat-2019-jul/530-dbce69d9-0f17-450d-bc6e-ce0c2030e861. Even more troubling, extreme heat events extended into October causing the Mayor to open cooling centers in October 2019. https://www.columbus.gov/recreationandparks/news/Columbus-Recreation-and-Parks-To-Open-Certain-Centers-Early-Wednesday-to-Continue-To-Help-Neighborhoods-Beat-the-Heat/. This trend is widely expected to continue on into the future. https://www.dispatch.com/news/20190924/2019-will-go-down-as-one-of-hottest-years-on-record-scientists-say.
940Cities 202143910City of Columbus, OHUnited States of AmericaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.6Biological hazards > Water-borne diseaseNoMediumHighIncreased demand for public services; Increased incidence and prevalence of disease and illnessPublic health; Residential; Water supply & sanitationChildren & youth; Elderly; Persons with chronic diseasesIncreasingIncreasingHighMedium-term (2026-2050)With stronger storms comes flashier flows, more runoff and greater chances of sewer overflows that can contaminate water supplies. During heavy rain events water flows through storm sewers under the force of gravity to lower elevations including the city’s major rivers. During elevated river levels, flow in storm sewers may reverse direction and flow from the river into protected areas. Floodgates and backflow preventers are designed to restrict water flow from inundating these protected areas, but this could be an area of impact in the future. There could be an increased need for water treatment due to deteriorated water quality.
941Cities 202143911City of Ottawa, ONCanadaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.1Extreme cold temperature > Extreme winter conditionsHighHighIncreasingIncreasing
942Cities 202143911City of Ottawa, ONCanadaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.2Extreme Precipitation > Rain stormHighHighIncreasingIncreasing
943Cities 202143911City of Ottawa, ONCanadaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.3Storm and wind > Severe windHighMedium HighIncreasingIncreasing
944Cities 202143911City of Ottawa, ONCanadaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.4Extreme hot temperature > Heat waveHighMedium HighIncreasingIncreasing
945Cities 202143912City of Edmonton, ABCanadaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.1Extreme Precipitation > Heavy snowYesMedium HighMedium HighFluctuating socio-economic conditions; Increased demand for public services; Increased resource demand; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsEmergency services; Energy; TransportElderly; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Persons with disabilitiesDo not knowIncreasingMediumShort-term (by 2025)A snowfall which is heavy enough to cause significant inconvenience and hazardous conditions, including impacts to trees, overhead electrical or communications systems, and overloading of building roofs. For the purposes of Edmonton VRA, this was defined as an event with accumulated snowfall of at least 50 cm. A heavy snowfall causes transportation disruptions and can also increase the likelihood of car accidents with associated injuries and fatalities. It can also increase the incidence of heart attacks from snow shoveling. Both these impacts put additional stress on emergency management services and personnel. Newer homes and buildings in the city are designed to withstand a larger snowfalls; however, some older structures may be challenged by new snow loads. The consequences for Edmonton's electricity grid could be widespread, but impacts would be short-lived and less serious. The extent of the impacts depends on the duration and timing of the event. A heavy snow event in May or September, when there are leaves on the trees, could cause significant tree damage and increase the likelihood of power outages. Vulnerable populations include low income individuals living in older, less structurally sound homes that are less able to withstand heavy snow loads. A power outage in the middle of winter can have a significant impact on the homeless and low income individuals and families. Individuals predisposed to heart failure and disease are also particularly vulnerable.
946Cities 202143912City of Edmonton, ABCanadaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.2Storm and wind > Severe windYesHighMedium HighIncreased resource demand; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsEmergency services; Environment, biodiversity, forestry; ResidentialLow-income households; Persons living in sub-standard housingIncreasingDo not knowHighShort-term (by 2025)Severe winds are any straight-line winds of sufficient strength to cause damage to exposed vegetation, buildings and infrastructure. For the purposes of Edmonton VRA, these are defined as wind gusts reaching or exceeding a speed of 90 km per hour.Regarding the built environment, severe winds can affect buildings and construction sites, potentially blowing siding, shingles, and solar panels off houses, blowing over cranes, or blowing debris off construction sites. Damage to buildings and property is exacerbated when winds are widespread and longer lasting. If widespread, a severe wind event impacting a major construction site could result in injuries and fatalities, with major implications for emergency management services. Severe wind can impact the environment, notably the urban canopy, damaging trees, which will increase maintenance costs and disrupt access to parks. Depending on the number of downed trees, this could have a major impact on waste management services, which is not equipped to collect tree debris. Other environmental impacts from severe wind could include soil erosion with potential consequences for vegetation germination, and mixing layers in the water column, which could lead to the development of cyanobacteria. Telecommunications and electricity transmissions infrastructure is built to withstand this level of wind event. However, electricity distribution lines could be impacted, with some isolated power outages. Vulnerable populations include the homeless and low income individuals and families. These populations have limited ability to take shelter during a severe wind event, and tend to live in older, lower quality homes that are less able to withstand winds without experiencing damage. These vulnerable populations also have difficulty evacuating and often don't have access to private automobiles.
947Cities 202143912City of Edmonton, ABCanadaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.3Extreme cold temperature > Extreme winter conditionsYesHighMediumIncreased demand for healthcare services; Increased resource demand; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsEnergy; Information & communications technology; TransportLow-income households; Marginalized groups; Persons living in sub-standard housingIncreasingDo not knowHighShort-term (by 2025)This hazard information is specific to Freezing Rain, a specific condition that arises during extreme winter conditions. This hazard was specifically identified as an important hazard for consideration and prioritization for Edmonton's adaptation strategy. This impact is defined as rain that freezes on impact to form a coating of clear ice on the ground and on exposed objects. For Edmonton's VRA, this hazards was defined as years with one or more freezing rain events meeting the minimum Environment and Climate Change Canada's warning criteria.Freezing rain is rain that freezes on impact to form a coating of clear ice on the ground and on exposed objects. Freezing rain has the most severe impacts on the following asset and service areas: road transportation, electricity system, and information and communications infrastructure.Regarding the road network, freezing rain causes increased maintenance costs and can also lead to vehicle accidents with associated injuries and fatalities. Freezing rain on surfaces also increases the risk of slips and falls, leading to injuries.Freezing rain will affect electricity distribution infrastructure, leading to increased incidence of power outages, as well as delays in restoring power following an outage (due to concurrent disruption to the road network). High voltage lines will experience some sagging, but if they failed the impacts could be more widespread and significant. A major power outage affecting the downtown core would have major impacts.Information and communications infrastructure, primarily microwave towers, could also be impacted by freezing rain causing service losses. Indirect impacts associated with power outages and telecommunication disruption could be widespread, and affecting multiple service areas: water supply, buildings, rail transport, public health and safety and the economy. No specific vulnerable populations were identified.
948Cities 202143912City of Edmonton, ABCanadaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.4Extreme hot temperature > Heat waveNoHighMedium HighIncreased conflict and/or crime; Increased demand for healthcare services; Increased incidence and prevalence of disease and illness; Increased resource demand; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsEmergency services; Public health; TransportChildren & youth; Elderly; Low-income households; Marginalized groups; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Persons with chronic diseasesIncreasingIncreasingHighShort-term (by 2025)Heat waves are defined as a period of extreme hot weather creating hazardous thermal conditions. For the purposes of Edmonton's VRA, heat wave conditions are defined as five consecutive days with maximum temperature greater or equal to 29 degrees Celsius.Regarding the rail network, heat waves can lead to "sun kinks" on the rail line, damaging rail infrastructure and causing transport disruption, with indirect economic impacts due to supply/customer chain disruption. Heat waves can also impact road transportation, including bus transit services, causing overheating. Vulnerable populations, such as the homeless who have limited ability to take shelter during a heat wave, and low income individuals and families who have limited ability to pay space cooling costs (or have access to air conditioning), are particularly at risk to adverse health outcomes. Another vulnerable group are people who work outdoors. Individuals among these groups with existing pulmonary or cardiovascular conditions are most at risk. There are proven associations between heat stress and a range of adverse health effects. Health risks are compounded if extreme heat is accompanied by weather conditions conducive to the formation of smog or a general deterioration in air quality. An intense, long duration heat wave has potential to cause power outages associated with high air conditioning use and reduced efficiency on lines; accompanied by adverse health impacts associated with heat stress, this could lead to an emergency situation. Historically heat waves in Edmonton have not been as common as cold spells, and the city is not as prepared to deal with severe heat waves.
949Cities 202143912City of Edmonton, ABCanadaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.5Extreme hot temperature > Extreme hot daysNoMedium HighMedium HighIncreased conflict and/or crime; Increased demand for healthcare services; Increased incidence and prevalence of disease and illness; Increased resource demand; Increased risk to already vulnerable populationsCommercial; Public health; ResidentialChildren & youth; Elderly; Low-income households; Marginalized groups; Persons living in sub-standard housing; Persons with chronic diseasesIncreasingIncreasingHighShort-term (by 2025)Heat waves are defined as a period of extreme hot weather creating hazardous thermal conditions. For the purposes of Edmonton's VRA, extreme hot days are defined as a day with maximum temperature greater or equal to 29 degrees Celsius.A single hot day could give rise to adverse health outcomes among particularly vulnerable groups; individuals with existing pulmonary or cardiovascular conditions, living along, and unable to mitigate exposure or sensitivity to the heat due to socio-economic circumstances. There is a small risk of rail snaking. Users of public transport may also experience some discomfort due to overheating on buses.
950Cities 202143912City of Edmonton, ABCanadaNorth America2. Climate Hazards and VulnerabilityClimate Hazards2.1Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity. Please also select the most relevant assets or services that are affected by the climate hazard and provide a description of the impact.6Water Scarcity > DroughtYesMedium HighHighFluctuating socio-economic conditions; Increased resource demand; Increased risk to already vulnerable populations; Loss of traditional jobs; Migration from rural areas to citiesEnvironment, biodiversity, forestry; Food & agriculture; Water supply & sanitationLow-income households; Marginalized groups; Persons living in sub-standard housingIncreasingIncreasingHighShort-term (by 2025)Drought is defined as one year of anomalously low moisture during the frost-free season, expressed by a drought severity index. For the purposes of Edmonton's VRA, drought was specifically defined by a Palmer Drought Severity Index (PDSI) value of -2 or below.Droughts can have consequences on the urban forest, parks, and aquatic environment in Edmonton. Birch trees can be particularly impacted due to their shallow root systems which cannot tolerate drought. Drought can impact aquatic life, via reduced water levels and increased water temperature, which can lead to a deterioration in water quality. Compared to other parts of the province, Edmonton's food system is not very well equipped to deal with drought. Drought will affect commercial crops and home and community gardens, causing reduced productivity and in extreme cases crop failure. Most crops in the Edmonton area are not drought resistant. Reduced agricultural output will have indirect economic impacts on supply/customer chains, though commercial losses will likely be insured. For the water supply system, drought can reduce available water supply and could lead to water use restrictions.

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The dataset contains 2021 data on cities' climate hazards, reported by cities through the CDP-ICLEI Unified Reporting System in response to question 2.1 (" Please list the most significant climate hazards faced by your city and indicate the probability and consequence of these hazards, as well as the expected future change in frequency and intensity.") in the 2021 Cities questionnaire. View cities questionnaire guidance at https://www.cdp.net/en/guidance/guidance-for-cities. Please contact cities@cdp.net if you have any questions.
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