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04984 Temple, ME — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Temple, ME (04984)

Government agency data shows 19 natural disaster events for ZIP 04984 in Temple, ME. These include 11 floods, 5 hailstorms, and 2 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $841K.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Temple is floods, with 11 recorded events making up 58% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 6 (55%) 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 $816K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Dec 18, 2023.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Temple has experienced 5 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 23, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Temple has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Sep 9, 2006.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Temple has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 12, 1973.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Temple was Flood on Apr 16, 2007, which caused $370K in property damage. Another major event was Flood (May 1, 2023), causing $235K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Temple, ME (04984)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 04984 has experienced 19 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (11 events), hailstorms (5 events), severe wind events (2 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 58% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 04984?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Temple, ME, with 11 events documented. These events have caused a combined $816K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 04984 (Temple) prone to flooding?

Yes, Temple (ZIP 04984) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $816K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Dec 18, 2023.

Has Temple (04984) ever been hit by a tornado?

Temple has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $25K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 12, 1973.

What was the worst natural disaster in Temple, ME?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 04984 was Flood, which occurred on Apr 16, 2007. This event caused $370K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 04984?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $841K in property damage in the Temple, ME area (ZIP 04984). 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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