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81422 Naturita, CO — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Naturita, CO (81422)

Government agency data shows 41 natural disaster events for ZIP 81422 in Naturita, CO. These include 14 wildfires, 13 earthquakes, and 9 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $211K.

🔥 Wildfires — Most Frequent Hazard

With 14 recorded incidents (34% of all events), wildfires are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 2 (14%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wildfire-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Nov 15, 2019.

🌍 Earthquakes

There have been 13 recorded earthquakes in this area, representing 32% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Dec 20, 2020.

🌊 Floods

Naturita has experienced 9 floods on record. Of these, 2 (22%) 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $200K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 4, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Naturita has experienced 3 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Oct 1, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Naturita has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Oct 4, 2005.

💨 Severe wind events

Naturita has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $10K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 6, 1997.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Naturita was Debris Flow on Jul 24, 2021, which caused $100K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Naturita, CO (81422)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 81422 has experienced 41 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (14 events), earthquakes (13 events), floods (9 events), hailstorms (3 events), tornado (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 34% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 81422?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Naturita, CO, with 14 events documented.

Is ZIP code 81422 (Naturita) prone to flooding?

Yes, Naturita (ZIP 81422) has 9 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $200K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 4, 2025.

Has Naturita (81422) ever been hit by a tornado?

Naturita has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $1K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Oct 4, 2005.

What was the worst natural disaster in Naturita, CO?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 81422 was Debris Flow, which occurred on Jul 24, 2021. This event caused $100K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 81422?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $211K in property damage in the Naturita, CO area (ZIP 81422). 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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