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82639 Kaycee, WY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Kaycee, WY (82639)

Federal records document 78 natural disaster events in the Kaycee, WY area (ZIP 82639). These include 44 hailstorms, 13 wildfires, and 6 earthquakes. Total documented property damage amounts to $695.5K. A total of 2 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 56% of all recorded events (44 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $8K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 6, 2023.

🔥 Wildfires

There have been 13 recorded wildfires in this area, representing 17% 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.

🌍 Earthquakes

Kaycee has experienced 6 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Sep 3, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Kaycee has experienced 6 floods on record. Of these, 4 (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 $617K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 25, 2015.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Kaycee has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $40.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 1, 2018.

💨 Severe wind events

Kaycee has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $30K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 6, 2020.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Kaycee was Flood on May 24, 2015, which caused $300K in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Aug 5, 2014), causing $200K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Kaycee, WY (82639)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 82639 has experienced 78 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (44 events), wildfires (13 events), earthquakes (6 events), floods (6 events), tornadoes (6 events), and severe wind events (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 56% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 82639?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Kaycee, WY, with 44 events documented. These events have caused a combined $8K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 82639 (Kaycee) prone to flooding?

Yes, Kaycee (ZIP 82639) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $617K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 25, 2015.

Has Kaycee (82639) ever been hit by a tornado?

Kaycee has 6 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $40.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 1, 2018.

What was the worst natural disaster in Kaycee, WY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 82639 was Flood, which occurred on May 24, 2015. This event caused $300K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 82639?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $695.5K in property damage in the Kaycee, WY area (ZIP 82639). 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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