After the recent Japan earthquake and the tragedy that took place last year in Haiti, a number of people are curious about just how safe their city is from uncontrollable events.
Natural disasters—from hurricanes, tornadoes and even tsunamis, are more prevalent in certain areas of the U.S. based on factors including climate and location.
Taking into account total population, likelihood of being struck by tornadoes or hurricanes, probability of experiencing a tsunami and cities most likely to experience earthquakes and even low crime rates (not a natural disaster but a relative measure of safety), WiseBread comprised a list of the ten safest cities from natural disasters in the country.
Check it out below…
10. Stamford, Connecticut
Population: 121,026
Violent Crime per 100,000 Residents: 137
9. St. Paul, Minnesota
Population: 281,253
Violent Crime per 100,000 Residents: 341
8. Provo, Utah
Population: 119,775
Violent Crime per 100,000 Residents: 68
7. Phoenix, Arizona
Population: 1,593,659
Violent Crime per 100,000 Residents: 286
6. Henderson, Nevada
Population: 256,445
Violent Crime per 100,000 Residents: 111
5. Green Bay, Wisconsin
Home to the Super Bowl champs and virtually drama and disaster free, what better place to live than Green Bay, Wisconsin?
Population: 101,412
Violent Crime per 100,000 Residents: 215
4. Grand Rapids, Michigan
Population: 193,710
Violent Crime per 100,000 Residents: 395
3. Fort Wayne, Indiana
Population: 255,890
Violent Crime per 100,000 Residents: 184
2. Erie, Pennsylvania
Population: 103,571
Violent Crimes per 100,000 Residents: 219
1. Chesapeake, Virginia
Population: 222,455
Violent Crime per 100,000 Residents: 158
This Virginia city is not only said to be safe and virtually disaster free, it was also previously ranked the #1 city for singles.
Hmmm…something to take into consideration for those looking to move.
