Climate Risk Profile: Kalang, NSW
Kalang, NSW, faces moderate climate risks, primarily from flooding and bushfires. The risk scores are projected to increase by 2030 and 2050 due to climate change impacts.
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Overall Risk Score
Hazard Breakdown
Flood, bushfire, heat, coastal and storm exposure are all assessed in this area. The score that matters is the property's own: a ClimateNest report scores the address across eight hazards, with insurance and value projections to 2050.
Climate Hazard Breakdown for Kalang
Flood
Kalang faces a moderate risk of flooding due to its proximity to the Kalang River and low-lying areas. Riverine flooding can occur after heavy rainfall events.
Key drivers:
- ·Increased rainfall intensity
- ·Riverine overflow
Bushfire
The area around Kalang has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding bushland. Dry conditions and strong winds can exacerbate the risk during bushfire season.
Key drivers:
- ·Dry vegetation
- ·Increased temperatures
Heat
Kalang experiences moderate heat risk, with increasing average temperatures and more frequent heatwave events projected in the future.
Key drivers:
- ·Rising average temperatures
- ·Increased frequency of heatwaves
Coastal
Kalang is located inland and has a low risk of coastal hazards such as sea level rise and coastal erosion.
Key drivers:
- ·Distance from the coast
Wind
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Storm
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In-Depth Climate Risk Guides for Kalang
Property buying guide with climate risk assessment
Flood zone mapping, historical events, and projections
BAL assessment, vegetation proximity, and fire history
Multi-hazard safety assessment to 2050
Severe weather, hail, and wind risk analysis
Extreme heat days, urban heat island, and cooling costs
Premium estimates and insurance availability
Climate-adjusted property investment analysis
Detailed Hazard Analysis
heat Risk
Kalang experiences moderate heat risk, with increasing average temperatures and more frequent heatwave events projected in the future.
Primary Drivers
- ·Rising average temperatures
- ·Increased frequency of heatwaves
- ·Climate change
flood Risk
Kalang faces a moderate risk of flooding due to its proximity to the Kalang River and low-lying areas. Riverine flooding can occur after heavy rainfall events.
Primary Drivers
- ·Increased rainfall intensity
- ·Riverine overflow
- ·Climate change
coastal Risk
Kalang is located inland and has a low risk of coastal hazards such as sea level rise and coastal erosion.
Primary Drivers
- ·Distance from the coast
bushfire Risk
The area around Kalang has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding bushland. Dry conditions and strong winds can exacerbate the risk during bushfire season.
Primary Drivers
- ·Dry vegetation
- ·Increased temperatures
- ·Strong winds
What This Means for Property Owners
Insurance Outlook
Insurance premiums may increase due to flood and bushfire risks.
Price Impact
Properties in flood-prone areas may experience price impacts.
Buyer Checklist
- 1.Check flood maps and bushfire prone land designations.
- 2.Assess property's vulnerability to flooding and bushfires.
- 3.Obtain insurance quotes and understand coverage.
- 4.Develop a bushfire survival plan.
How the region's climate is projected to change
Regional projections, not a forecast for this street. Figures are from the WA Department of Water and Environmental Regulation's climate projections for the South Western Flatlands region, which draws on CSIRO and Bureau of Meteorology modelling.
Temperature
+0.5 to 1.1°C by 2030
Above the 1986–2005 climate, on all emissions scenarios. By 2090, 1.2 to 2.0°C under intermediate emissions or 2.6 to 4.0°C under high emissions.
Rainfall
Winter rain down up to 15% by 2030
The South West has been drying since 1970, and the decline has been larger than anywhere else in Australia. Heavy rainfall events are projected to become more intense even as totals fall.
Fire weather
Harsher, magnitude uncertain
High confidence that fire weather becomes harsher, low confidence in the size of the change, because it depends heavily on summer rainfall.
Sea level
+0.12 m by 2030
At the Fremantle gauge, range 0.07 to 0.16 m. Very high confidence that sea levels continue to rise through the century.
Source: Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (WA), Western Australian climate projections: summary, September 2021, South Western Flatlands chapter. Read the projections →
Adaptation Recommendations
Improve Flood Defenses
Near-termConstruct levees and improve drainage systems to mitigate flood risks.
Est. cost: High
Learn moreBushfire Preparedness
ImmediateImplement community bushfire education programs and maintain fire breaks around properties.
Est. cost: Medium
Learn moreHeatwave Action Plan
Near-termDevelop a heatwave action plan to protect vulnerable residents during extreme heat events.
Est. cost: Low
Learn moreCommunity Resilience Building
Long-termEstablish community support networks and emergency response teams to enhance resilience to climate-related disasters.
Est. cost: Medium
Learn moreAbout Kalang's Climate Risk Profile
Kalang is a rural suburb in New South Wales, located near the Kalang River. The primary climate risks for Kalang are flooding, bushfires, and heatwaves. The suburb's proximity to the river makes it susceptible to riverine flooding during periods of heavy rainfall.
Bushfire risk is also a concern due to the surrounding bushland. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood and severity of bushfires in the area. Residents should be prepared for potential evacuations and property protection measures during bushfire season.
Heatwaves are becoming more frequent and intense, posing a risk to vulnerable populations. It is important to stay hydrated and seek cooler environments during extreme heat events.
While coastal risks are low due to its inland location, the overall climate risk for Kalang is projected to increase in the coming decades. Adaptation measures and community preparedness are essential to mitigate the impacts of climate change.
Suburb pages describe the local picture. The address-level assessment, with its data sources and its dollar projections, is in the ClimateNest report.
Local Government Resources
Bellingen Shire Council
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main climate change risks for Kalang?
The main climate change risks for Kalang are flooding, bushfires, and heatwaves. These risks are projected to increase in the future due to climate change impacts.
How can I prepare my property for flooding in Kalang?
You can prepare your property for flooding by elevating structures, improving drainage, and obtaining flood insurance. Check the council's flood maps for more information.
What should I do during a bushfire in Kalang?
During a bushfire, follow your bushfire survival plan, evacuate if necessary, and stay informed through official sources such as the NSW Rural Fire Service.
How can I stay safe during a heatwave in Kalang?
During a heatwave, stay hydrated, seek cooler environments, and check on vulnerable neighbors and family members.
Where can I find more information about climate change impacts in Kalang?
You can find more information about climate change impacts in Kalang from the Bellingen Shire Council, the NSW Government, and the CSIRO.
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