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04096 Yarmouth, ME — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Yarmouth, ME (04096)

Yarmouth, ME (ZIP 04096) shows 10 recorded natural disaster events — a comparatively quiet history. These include 5 floods and 5 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $912K.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Yarmouth is floods, with 5 recorded events making up 50% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 5 (100%) 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 $912K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 13, 2014.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Yarmouth has experienced 5 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 20, 2025.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Yarmouth was Flood on Aug 8, 2008, which caused $581K in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Aug 13, 2014), causing $200K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Yarmouth, ME (04096)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 04096 has experienced 10 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (5 events) and hailstorms (5 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 04096?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Yarmouth, ME, with 5 events documented. These events have caused a combined $912K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 04096 (Yarmouth) prone to flooding?

Yes, Yarmouth (ZIP 04096) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $912K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 13, 2014.

What was the worst natural disaster in Yarmouth, ME?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 04096 was Flood, which occurred on Aug 8, 2008. This event caused $581K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 04096?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $912K in property damage in the Yarmouth, ME area (ZIP 04096). 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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