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82520 Ethete, WY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Ethete, WY (82520)

ZIP code 82520, covering Ethete, WY, has 74 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 30 hailstorms, 13 earthquakes, and 13 wildfires. Total documented property damage amounts to $13.6M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Ethete is hailstorms, with 30 recorded events making up 41% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 15, 2025.

🌍 Earthquakes

There have been 13 recorded earthquakes in this area, representing 18% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for seismic events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Dec 13, 2025.

🔥 Wildfires

There have been 13 recorded wildfires in this area, representing 18% of all disaster events. 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 Mar 14, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Ethete has experienced 10 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $10K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Sep 10, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Ethete has experienced 6 floods on record. Of these, 5 (83%) 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 $13.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 10, 2017.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Ethete has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $27.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 27, 1973.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Ethete was Flood on Jun 4, 2010, which caused $12M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (May 7, 2016), causing $1.2M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Ethete, WY (82520)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 82520 has experienced 74 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (30 events), earthquakes (13 events), wildfires (13 events), severe wind events (10 events), floods (6 events), and tornadoes (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 41% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 82520?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Ethete, WY, with 30 events documented.

Is ZIP code 82520 (Ethete) prone to flooding?

Yes, Ethete (ZIP 82520) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $13.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 10, 2017.

Has Ethete (82520) ever been hit by a tornado?

Ethete has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $27.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 27, 1973.

What was the worst natural disaster in Ethete, WY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 82520 was Flood, which occurred on Jun 4, 2010. This event caused $12M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 82520?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $13.6M in property damage in the Ethete, WY area (ZIP 82520). 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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