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84119 West Valley City, UT — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: West Valley City, UT (84119)

ZIP code 84119, covering West Valley City, UT, has 73 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 27 hailstorms, 24 earthquakes, and 11 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $175.6M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 80 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 27 recorded incidents (37% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $17K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 3, 2023.

🌍 Earthquakes

There have been 24 recorded earthquakes in this area, representing 33% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Apr 16, 2020.

🌊 Floods

There have been 11 recorded floods in this area, representing 15% of all disaster events. Of these, 10 (91%) 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 $3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 4, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

West Valley City has experienced 10 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $2.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 13, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

West Valley City has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $170.5M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 11, 1999.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for West Valley City was EF2 Tornado on Aug 11, 1999, which caused $170.5M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was 86 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Aug 1, 2006), causing $2M in damages. Flood on Jun 5, 2010 also caused significant damage ($1.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in West Valley City, UT (84119)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 84119 has experienced 73 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (27 events), earthquakes (24 events), floods (11 events), severe wind events (10 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 37% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 84119?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in West Valley City, UT, with 27 events documented. These events have caused a combined $17K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 84119 (West Valley City) prone to flooding?

Yes, West Valley City (ZIP 84119) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 4, 2025.

Has West Valley City (84119) ever been hit by a tornado?

West Valley City has 1 recorded tornado event 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 $170.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 11, 1999.

What was the worst natural disaster in West Valley City, UT?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 84119 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Aug 11, 1999. This event caused $170.5M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 84119?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $175.6M in property damage in the West Valley City, UT area (ZIP 84119). 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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