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04048 Limerick, ME — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Limerick, ME (04048)

Limerick, ME (ZIP 04048) has a moderate disaster history with 16 recorded events. These include 12 hailstorms, 2 tornadoes, and 1 flood. Total documented property damage amounts to $36K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 12 recorded incidents (75% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 28, 2020.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Limerick has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 28, 2014.

🌊 Floods

Limerick has experienced 1 flood on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $36K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 8, 2008.

💨 Severe wind events

Limerick has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Sep 24, 2006.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Limerick was Flood on Aug 8, 2008, which caused $36K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Limerick, ME (04048)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 04048 has experienced 16 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (12 events), tornadoes (2 events), flood (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 75% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 04048?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Limerick, ME, with 12 events documented.

Is ZIP code 04048 (Limerick) prone to flooding?

Yes, Limerick (ZIP 04048) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $36K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 8, 2008.

Has Limerick (04048) ever been hit by a tornado?

Limerick has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 28, 2014.

What was the worst natural disaster in Limerick, ME?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 04048 was Flood, which occurred on Aug 8, 2008. This event caused $36K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 04048?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $36K in property damage in the Limerick, ME area (ZIP 04048). 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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