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85147 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (85147)

Government agency data shows 20 natural disaster events for ZIP 85147 in this area, . These include 7 floods, 6 severe wind events, and 3 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.3M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 6 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 35% of all recorded events (7 total). 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 $357K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 26, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

this area has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $750K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 7, 2015.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jan 18, 1993.

⛈️ Hailstorms

this area has experienced 2 hailstorms on record. Hail-related events have caused a combined $155K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Oct 21, 2018.

🔥 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 79 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Jul 9, 2002, which caused $500K in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jan 21, 2010), causing $300K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (85147)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 85147 has experienced 20 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (7 events), severe wind events (6 events), tornadoes (3 events), hailstorms (2 events), and wildfires (2 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 35% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 85147?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 7 events documented. These events have caused a combined $357K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 85147 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 85147) has 7 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $357K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 26, 2025.

Has this area (85147) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $50K. 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 85147 was 79 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on Jul 9, 2002. This event caused $500K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 85147?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.3M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 85147). 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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