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82943 Reliance, WY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Reliance, WY (82943)

ZIP code 82943 in Reliance, WY has a relatively limited disaster record, with 7 events documented. These include 4 severe wind events, 1 flood, and 1 hailstorm. Total documented property damage amounts to $20K.

💨 Severe wind events — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Reliance is severe wind events, with 4 recorded events making up 57% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 12, 2020.

🌊 Floods

Reliance has experienced 1 flood on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 6, 2015.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Reliance has experienced 1 hailstorm on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 26, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Reliance has experienced 1 tornado on record. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 31, 1978.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Reliance was Flash Flood on Jul 6, 2015, which caused $20K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Reliance, WY (82943)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 82943 has experienced 7 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include severe wind events (4 events), flood (1 event), hailstorm (1 event), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is severe wind events, which account for 57% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 82943?

Severe wind events are the most frequently recorded hazard in Reliance, WY, with 4 events documented.

Is ZIP code 82943 (Reliance) prone to flooding?

Yes, Reliance (ZIP 82943) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $20K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 6, 2015.

Has Reliance (82943) ever been hit by a tornado?

Reliance has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 31, 1978.

What was the worst natural disaster in Reliance, WY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 82943 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jul 6, 2015. This event caused $20K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 82943?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $20K in property damage in the Reliance, WY area (ZIP 82943). 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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