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83301 Twin Falls, ID — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Twin Falls, ID (83301)

Twin Falls, ID (ZIP 83301) has experienced 145 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 116 wildfires, 24 hailstorms, and 2 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $10.5M.

🔥 Wildfires — Primary Hazard

Wildfires represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 80% of all recorded events (116 total). Of these, 5 (4%) 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 5/5 (extreme). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Aug 20, 2023.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 24 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 17% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 26, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Twin Falls has experienced 2 floods on record. Of these, 2 (100%) 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 $10.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 8, 2017.

💨 Severe wind events

Twin Falls has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 11, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Twin Falls 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 Sep 8, 1985.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Twin Falls was Flood on Aug 5, 2014, which caused $8M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Feb 8, 2017), causing $2.5M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Twin Falls, ID (83301)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 83301 has experienced 145 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (116 events), hailstorms (24 events), floods (2 events), severe wind events (2 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 80% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 83301?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Twin Falls, ID, with 116 events documented.

Is ZIP code 83301 (Twin Falls) prone to flooding?

Yes, Twin Falls (ZIP 83301) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $10.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 8, 2017.

Has Twin Falls (83301) ever been hit by a tornado?

Twin Falls 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 Sep 8, 1985.

What was the worst natural disaster in Twin Falls, ID?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 83301 was Flood, which occurred on Aug 5, 2014. This event caused $8M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 83301?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $10.5M in property damage in the Twin Falls, ID area (ZIP 83301). 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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