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04544 East Boothbay, ME — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: East Boothbay, ME (04544)

Government agency data shows 28 natural disaster events for ZIP 04544 in East Boothbay, ME. These include 22 floods, 3 blizzards, and 2 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $19.5M.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for East Boothbay is floods, with 22 recorded events making up 79% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 16 (73%) 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 $15.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jan 13, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

East Boothbay 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 $3.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 21, 2013.

⛈️ Hailstorms

East Boothbay has experienced 2 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 6, 2018.

💨 Severe wind events

East Boothbay has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Sep 6, 2018.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for East Boothbay was Coastal Flood on Jan 13, 2024, which caused $5M in property damage. Another major event was Coastal Flood (Jan 10, 2024), causing $5M in damages. Coastal Flood on Dec 23, 2022 also caused significant damage ($3M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in East Boothbay, ME (04544)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 04544 has experienced 28 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (22 events), blizzards (3 events), hailstorms (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 79% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 04544?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in East Boothbay, ME, with 22 events documented. These events have caused a combined $15.8M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 04544 (East Boothbay) prone to flooding?

Yes, East Boothbay (ZIP 04544) has 22 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $15.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 13, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in East Boothbay, ME?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 04544 was Coastal Flood, which occurred on Jan 13, 2024. This event caused $5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 04544?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $19.5M in property damage in the East Boothbay, ME area (ZIP 04544). 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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