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04693 Winter Harbor, ME — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Winter Harbor, ME (04693)

ZIP code 04693 in Winter Harbor, ME has a relatively limited disaster record, with 7 events documented. These include 3 earthquakes, 3 floods, and 1 wildfire. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.1M.

🌍 Earthquakes — Most Frequent Hazard

With 3 recorded incidents (43% of all events), earthquakes are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Dec 29, 2006.

🌊 Floods

Winter Harbor has experienced 3 floods on record. Of these, 2 (67%) 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 $1.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 9, 2021.

🔥 Wildfires

Winter Harbor has experienced 1 wildfire on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wildfire-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jan 21, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Winter Harbor was Flash Flood on Jun 9, 2021, which caused $615K in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Sep 7, 2008), causing $450K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Winter Harbor, ME (04693)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 04693 has experienced 7 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include earthquakes (3 events), floods (3 events), and wildfire (1 event). The primary hazard is earthquakes, which account for 43% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 04693?

Earthquakes are the most frequently recorded hazard in Winter Harbor, ME, with 3 events documented.

Is ZIP code 04693 (Winter Harbor) prone to flooding?

Yes, Winter Harbor (ZIP 04693) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 9, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Winter Harbor, ME?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 04693 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jun 9, 2021. This event caused $615K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 04693?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.1M in property damage in the Winter Harbor, ME area (ZIP 04693). 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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