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85236 Higley, AZ — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Higley, AZ (85236)

ZIP code 85236 in Higley, AZ has a relatively limited disaster record, with 7 events documented. These include 4 severe wind events, 2 hailstorms, and 1 flood. Total documented property damage amounts to $1M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

💨 Severe wind events — Primary Hazard

Severe wind events represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 57% of all recorded events (4 total). Wind-related events have caused a combined $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 18, 2006.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Higley has experienced 2 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Nov 1, 1987.

🌊 Floods

Higley 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 9, 2014.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Higley was 86 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Jul 18, 2006, which caused $1M in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Higley, AZ (85236)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 85236 has experienced 7 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include severe wind events (4 events), hailstorms (2 events), and flood (1 event). The primary hazard is severe wind events, which account for 57% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 85236?

Severe wind events are the most frequently recorded hazard in Higley, AZ, with 4 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 85236 (Higley) prone to flooding?

Yes, Higley (ZIP 85236) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $25K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 9, 2014.

What was the worst natural disaster in Higley, AZ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 85236 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 85236?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1M in property damage in the Higley, AZ area (ZIP 85236). 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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