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84606 Provo, UT — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Provo, UT (84606)

Provo, UT (ZIP 84606) has a moderate disaster history with 25 recorded events. These include 11 wildfires, 7 severe wind events, and 6 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.6M. A total of 8 injuries have been reported across all events.

🔥 Wildfires — Primary Hazard

Wildfires represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 44% of all recorded events (11 total). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on May 4, 2021.

💨 Severe wind events

Provo has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $7.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 1, 2006.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Provo has experienced 6 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 9, 2006.

🌊 Floods

Provo has experienced 1 flood on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $500K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 27, 2025.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Provo was 92 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Aug 1, 2006, which caused $4M in property damage. Another major event was 106 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Aug 1, 2006), causing $3M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Provo, UT (84606)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 84606 has experienced 25 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (11 events), severe wind events (7 events), hailstorms (6 events), and flood (1 event). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 44% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 84606?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Provo, UT, with 11 events documented.

Is ZIP code 84606 (Provo) prone to flooding?

Yes, Provo (ZIP 84606) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $500K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 27, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Provo, UT?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 84606 was 92 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on Aug 1, 2006. This event caused $4M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 84606?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.6M in property damage in the Provo, UT area (ZIP 84606). 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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