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Wyoming is a state with the Most Hazardous winters

Wyoming is a state with the Most Hazardous winters
Nov 11, 2024
By Jean-Paul McDonald
Assistant Editor, North American Content, Farms.com

Study reveals high-risk winter states with data

As the cold of winter approaches, and farmers prepare ther farms from the coald, a study spearheaded by Bader Scott injury lawyers, Wyoming has been pinpointed as the state with the most hazardous winters, followed by New Mexico and Kentucky.

The research employed a multifaceted index compiling data from December to February, assessing mortality rates due to various winter-related incidents including peripheral vascular diseases, respiratory conditions, and slips and falls.

The index also incorporates the FEMA Winter Weather Risk Index Score and Community Resilience Score, helping to paint a clearer picture of which states face the greatest dangers during winter.  

Wyoming’s alarming rates, such as a 4.04 per 100,000 mortality rate from slips and falls, underline the significant threats posed by harsh winter conditions.

In contrast, Hawaii emerged as the state least affected by winter hazards, boasting the lowest risk index score. This contrasting perspective showcases the diverse climatic and environmental challenges across the US.

Highlighting the utility of the study, Seth Bader comments, "This information can be especially valuable for those living in or traveling to these areas, as well as for local leaders looking to ensure that their community is prepared for the upcoming winter."

The findings serve as a crucial tool for enhancing public awareness and guiding preventive strategies to safeguard communities against the dire consequences of winter weather.

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