Though the state of Rhode Island is the smallest in the Union, it is rich in lovely sandy beaches, old homes, and mouthwatering seafood from southern parts of the United States. But is this little state in New England fit for both visits and residence? Regarding Rhode Island's safety and crime. We will look at state crime patterns and incidence as well as natural disasters and associated concerns.
Crime in Rhode Island
Natural Disasters and Other Safety Concerns
Situated along the Atlantic Ocean and Narragansett Bay, Rhode Island does face moderate threats from certain natural disasters:
Hurricanes and Tropical Storms
Hurricane effects that can directly affect Rhode Island are those that are felt in coastal areas of the state since the state is a coastal state. But it does not face hurricane strikes as frequently as the southern coastal regions do. Hurricane strikes premises in Rhode Island roughly at an interval of every 7 years, given that a hurricane occurs within a 50-mile radius of the state. The most recent was Hurricane Bob in 1991 and Hurricane Sandy in 2012, it was characterized by; high winds, storm surge flooding, and damaged property, and it costs $100 million plus.
Nor’easters
These intense winter storms characterized by heavy winds, rain or snow, and storm surges affecting southern New England occur from October to April. The winter storms known as nor’easters are averaged at two to three storms per year in Rhode Island, which can lead to moderate to major impacts.
Flooding
The areas at greatest risk of river flooding and storm surge are Newport and areas of Pawtuxet River towns situated near the river’s low-lying grounds. Regions such as inland areas, close to rivers, are also at risk especially during the rainy season due to the high water table in Rhode Island. Monsoon rains sometimes happen and the city is built in a way that basements can be flooded quickly.
Hence, residents of Rhode Island rarely experience tornadoes, earthquakes, tsunamis, and wildfires. Hence all in all one can say that natural disasters in this area are not frequent and not very dangerous compared to other parts of the world. These weather risks are always manageable for most of the residents and visitors of Ocean State with adequate measures put in place such as emergency preparedness in case of floods and appropriate insurance cover where required.
In Conclusion
Mainly due to its low crime rate in comparison with the other states of similar population density and rare cases of natural disasters, Rhode Island is listed among the safest states in the USA; thus, tourists and residents of Rhode Island can safely travel almost to any place, including such large cities as Providence. The implementation of basic safety measures and having a little extra knowledge about the adverse conditions of the weather in Rhode Island makes it secure to live, work, and have recreational time in the beautiful New England state. So come explore the natural resources, the rich history, the food, and the traditions of Rhode Island – just don’t expect much of an adrenaline rush or risk any life-threatening encounters on the way!