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85142 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (85142)

this area, (ZIP 85142) has a moderate disaster history with 32 recorded events. These include 11 severe wind events, 10 floods, and 7 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $3.3M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 5 injuries.

💨 Severe wind events — Primary Hazard

Severe wind events represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 34% of all recorded events (11 total). Wind-related events have caused a combined $2.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 9, 2012.

🌊 Floods

this area has experienced 10 floods on record. Of these, 3 (30%) 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 $902K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 26, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

this area has experienced 7 hailstorms on record. Hail-related events have caused a combined $150K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Oct 15, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jan 18, 1993.

🔥 Wildfires

this area has experienced 2 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jul 24, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was 86 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Jul 18, 2006, which caused $1M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jul 10, 2008), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (85142)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 85142 has experienced 32 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include severe wind events (11 events), floods (10 events), hailstorms (7 events), tornadoes (2 events), and wildfires (2 events). The primary hazard is severe wind events, which account for 34% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 85142?

Severe wind events are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 11 events documented. These events have caused a combined $2.3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 85142 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 85142) has 10 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $902K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 26, 2025.

Has this area (85142) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $25K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jan 18, 1993.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 85142 was 86 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on Jul 18, 2006. This event caused $1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 85142?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3.3M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 85142). 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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