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04627 Deer Isle, ME — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Deer Isle, ME (04627)

Government agency data shows 26 natural disaster events for ZIP 04627 in Deer Isle, ME. These include 17 floods, 3 blizzards, and 3 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $19.5M. A total of 2 injuries have been reported across all events.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 17 recorded incidents (65% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 9 (53%) 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

Deer Isle 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

Deer Isle has experienced 3 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 19, 2021.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Deer Isle has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $27.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 14, 1977.

💨 Severe wind events

Deer Isle has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Sep 26, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Deer Isle was Coastal Flood on Jan 10, 2024, which caused $7M in property damage. Another major event was Coastal Flood (Jan 13, 2024), causing $5M in damages. Ice Storm on Jan 5, 1998 also caused significant damage ($3M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Deer Isle, ME (04627)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 04627 has experienced 26 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (17 events), blizzards (3 events), hailstorms (3 events), tornadoes (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 65% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 04627?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Deer Isle, ME, with 17 events documented. These events have caused a combined $15.8M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 04627 (Deer Isle) prone to flooding?

Yes, Deer Isle (ZIP 04627) has 17 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $15.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 13, 2024.

Has Deer Isle (04627) ever been hit by a tornado?

Deer Isle has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $27.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 14, 1977.

What was the worst natural disaster in Deer Isle, ME?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 04627 was Coastal Flood, which occurred on Jan 10, 2024. This event caused $7M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 04627?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $19.5M in property damage in the Deer Isle, ME area (ZIP 04627). 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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