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04280 Sabattus, ME — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Sabattus, ME (04280)

Sabattus, ME (ZIP 04280) has a moderate disaster history with 48 recorded events. These include 24 hailstorms, 20 floods, and 3 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $35.9M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Sabattus is hailstorms, with 24 recorded events making up 50% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 14, 2024.

🌊 Floods

There have been 20 recorded floods in this area, representing 42% of all disaster events. Of these, 14 (70%) 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 $3.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Dec 19, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Sabattus 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 $32.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 21, 2013.

💨 Severe wind events

Sabattus has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 26, 1989.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Sabattus was Ice Storm on Jan 5, 1998, which caused $31M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Apr 16, 2007), causing $1.3M in damages. Ice Storm on Dec 21, 2013 also caused significant damage ($627K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Sabattus, ME (04280)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 04280 has experienced 48 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (24 events), floods (20 events), blizzards (3 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 04280?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Sabattus, ME, with 24 events documented.

Is ZIP code 04280 (Sabattus) prone to flooding?

Yes, Sabattus (ZIP 04280) has 20 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Dec 19, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Sabattus, ME?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 04280 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Jan 5, 1998. This event caused $31M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 04280?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $35.9M in property damage in the Sabattus, ME area (ZIP 04280). 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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