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02804 Ashaway, RI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Ashaway, RI (02804)

Ashaway, RI (ZIP 02804) has a moderate disaster history with 42 recorded events. These include 19 floods, 7 blizzards, and 7 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $9.8M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 45% of all recorded events (19 total). Of these, 10 (53%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $9.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Dec 23, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

Ashaway has experienced 7 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (29%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $181.9K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 1, 2021.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Ashaway has experienced 7 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 26, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Ashaway has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Wind-related events have caused a combined $191K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 19, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Ashaway has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $63.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Nov 13, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Ashaway was Coastal Flood on Oct 29, 2012, which caused $4.7M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Mar 30, 2010), causing $4M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Ashaway, RI (02804)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 02804 has experienced 42 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (19 events), blizzards (7 events), hailstorms (7 events), severe wind events (7 events), and tornadoes (2 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 45% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 02804?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Ashaway, RI, with 19 events documented. These events have caused a combined $9.3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 02804 (Ashaway) prone to flooding?

Yes, Ashaway (ZIP 02804) has 19 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $9.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Dec 23, 2022.

Has Ashaway (02804) ever been hit by a tornado?

Ashaway has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $63.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Nov 13, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Ashaway, RI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 02804 was Coastal Flood, which occurred on Oct 29, 2012. This event caused $4.7M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 02804?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $9.8M in property damage in the Ashaway, RI area (ZIP 02804). This figure is based on historical records from FEMA, NOAA Storm Events Database, and USGS, and covers events from the 1950s through the present. Actual damages may be higher, as not all events have complete damage assessments.

Data sourced from FEMA (disaster declarations, NFIP flood claims), NOAA Storm Events Database, USGS Earthquake Hazards Program, and NIFC wildfire records. Historical coverage varies by source, with most records beginning in the 1950s–1970s. Full methodology →

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