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02858 Oakland, RI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Oakland, RI (02858)

Government agency data shows 11 natural disaster events for ZIP 02858 in Oakland, RI. These include 5 hailstorms, 4 floods, and 2 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $342.5K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 5 recorded incidents (45% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 18, 2012.

🌊 Floods

Oakland has experienced 4 floods on record. Of these, 2 (50%) 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $90K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 28, 2020.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Oakland has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $252.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 8, 1986.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Oakland was EF1 Tornado on Aug 8, 1986, which caused $250K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Oakland, RI (02858)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 02858 has experienced 11 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (5 events), floods (4 events), and tornadoes (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 45% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 02858?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Oakland, RI, with 5 events documented.

Is ZIP code 02858 (Oakland) prone to flooding?

Yes, Oakland (ZIP 02858) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $90K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 28, 2020.

Has Oakland (02858) ever been hit by a tornado?

Oakland has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $252.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 8, 1986.

What was the worst natural disaster in Oakland, RI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 02858 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Aug 8, 1986. This event caused $250K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 02858?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $342.5K in property damage in the Oakland, RI area (ZIP 02858). 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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