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04106 South Portland, ME — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: South Portland, ME (04106)

Government agency data shows 41 natural disaster events for ZIP 04106 in South Portland, ME. These include 22 hailstorms, 14 floods, and 3 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $11.2M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 54% of all recorded events (22 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 20, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 14 recorded floods in this area, representing 34% of all disaster events. Of these, 12 (86%) 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 $11.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jan 13, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

South Portland has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 24, 2012.

🌍 Earthquakes

South Portland has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Apr 26, 1957.

🌪️ Tornadoes

South Portland has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 22, 1974.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for South Portland was Flood on Apr 16, 2007, which caused $8M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Mar 14, 2010), causing $1M in damages. Flash Flood on Aug 13, 2014 also caused significant damage ($800K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in South Portland, ME (04106)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 04106 has experienced 41 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (22 events), floods (14 events), severe wind events (3 events), earthquake (1 event), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 54% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 04106?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in South Portland, ME, with 22 events documented.

Is ZIP code 04106 (South Portland) prone to flooding?

Yes, South Portland (ZIP 04106) has 14 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $11.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 13, 2024.

Has South Portland (04106) ever been hit by a tornado?

South Portland has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $2.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 22, 1974.

What was the worst natural disaster in South Portland, ME?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 04106 was Flood, which occurred on Apr 16, 2007. This event caused $8M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 04106?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $11.2M in property damage in the South Portland, ME area (ZIP 04106). 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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