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83805 Bonners Ferry, ID — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Bonners Ferry, ID (83805)

Bonners Ferry, ID (ZIP 83805) has experienced 54 recorded natural disaster events based on federal source records. These include 32 wildfires, 15 floods, and 6 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $9.6M.

🔥 Wildfires — Most Frequent Hazard

With 32 recorded incidents (59% of all events), wildfires are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 2 (6%) 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 Mar 14, 2023.

🌊 Floods

There have been 15 recorded floods in this area, representing 28% of all disaster events. Of these, 10 (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 $9.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 21, 2023.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Bonners Ferry has experienced 6 hailstorms on record. Hail-related events have caused a combined $100K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 17, 2013.

🌍 Earthquakes

Bonners Ferry has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Nov 27, 1984.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Bonners Ferry was Flood on Jul 1, 2012, which caused $4M in property damage. Another major event was Debris Flow (Jan 1, 2020), causing $2M in damages. Flood on Mar 15, 2017 also caused significant damage ($2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Bonners Ferry, ID (83805)?

Based on federal source records, ZIP code 83805 has experienced 54 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (32 events), floods (15 events), hailstorms (6 events), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 59% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 83805?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Bonners Ferry, ID, with 32 events documented.

Is ZIP code 83805 (Bonners Ferry) prone to flooding?

Yes, Bonners Ferry (ZIP 83805) has 15 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $9.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 21, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Bonners Ferry, ID?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 83805 was Flood, which occurred on Jul 1, 2012. This event caused $4M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 83805?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $9.6M in property damage in the Bonners Ferry, ID area (ZIP 83805). This figure is based on historical records from NOAA Storm Events Database and USGS, and covers events from the 1950s through the present plus older wildfire source records where available. Actual damages may be higher, as not all events have complete damage assessments.

Data sourced from NOAA Storm Events Database and USGS earthquake/wildfire records. Historical coverage varies by source; some wildfire records contain older or approximate historical years. Full methodology →

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