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84401 Ogden, UT — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Ogden, UT (84401)

Government agency data shows 39 natural disaster events for ZIP 84401 in Ogden, UT. These include 12 floods, 11 hailstorms, and 7 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.2M. A total of 7 injuries have been reported across all events.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 12 recorded incidents (31% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 7 (58%) 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 $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 11, 2023.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 11 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 28% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $35K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 13, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Ogden has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $310K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 1, 2025.

🔥 Wildfires

Ogden has experienced 5 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Aug 31, 2020.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Ogden has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 22, 2016.

🌍 Earthquakes

Ogden has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jan 3, 2003.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Ogden was EF1 Tornado on Sep 22, 2016, which caused $2M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (May 29, 1996), causing $600K in damages. Flood on May 22, 2011 also caused significant damage ($550K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Ogden, UT (84401)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 84401 has experienced 39 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (12 events), hailstorms (11 events), severe wind events (7 events), wildfires (5 events), tornadoes (3 events), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 31% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 84401?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Ogden, UT, with 12 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 84401 (Ogden) prone to flooding?

Yes, Ogden (ZIP 84401) has 12 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 11, 2023.

Has Ogden (84401) ever been hit by a tornado?

Ogden has 3 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 $2.9M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 22, 2016.

What was the worst natural disaster in Ogden, UT?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 84401 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Sep 22, 2016. This event caused $2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 84401?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.2M in property damage in the Ogden, UT area (ZIP 84401). 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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