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02873 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (02873)

this area, (ZIP 02873) has a moderate disaster history with 30 recorded events. These include 14 floods, 7 blizzards, and 6 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $34.2M. A total of 2 injuries have been reported across all events.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 14 recorded incidents (47% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 8 (57%) 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 $33.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Dec 23, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

this area 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.

💨 Severe wind events

this area has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $191K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 19, 2022.

⛈️ Hailstorms

this area has experienced 3 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 26, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was Flood on Mar 29, 2010, which caused $24.8M in property damage. Another major event was Coastal Flood (Oct 29, 2012), causing $4.7M in damages. Flood on Mar 30, 2010 also caused significant damage ($4M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (02873)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 02873 has experienced 30 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (14 events), blizzards (7 events), severe wind events (6 events), and hailstorms (3 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 47% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 02873?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 14 events documented. These events have caused a combined $33.8M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 02873 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 02873) has 14 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $33.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Dec 23, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 02873 was Flood, which occurred on Mar 29, 2010. This event caused $24.8M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 02873?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $34.2M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 02873). 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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