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04003 Bailey Island, ME — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Bailey Island, ME (04003)

Government agency data shows 24 natural disaster events for ZIP 04003 in Bailey Island, ME. These include 19 floods, 3 blizzards, and 2 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $31.5M.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 19 recorded incidents (79% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. 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 $23.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jan 13, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Bailey Island has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (100%) 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 $7.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 21, 2013.

💨 Severe wind events

Bailey Island has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Oct 29, 2012.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Bailey Island was Coastal Flood on Jan 13, 2024, which caused $15M in property damage. Another major event was Ice Storm (Jan 5, 1998), causing $7M in damages. Coastal Flood on Jan 10, 2024 also caused significant damage ($5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Bailey Island, ME (04003)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 04003 has experienced 24 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (19 events), blizzards (3 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 79% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 04003?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Bailey Island, ME, with 19 events documented. These events have caused a combined $23.9M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 04003 (Bailey Island) prone to flooding?

Yes, Bailey Island (ZIP 04003) has 19 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $23.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 13, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Bailey Island, ME?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 04003 was Coastal Flood, which occurred on Jan 13, 2024. This event caused $15M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 04003?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $31.5M in property damage in the Bailey Island, ME area (ZIP 04003). 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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