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85390 Wickenburg, AZ — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Wickenburg, AZ (85390)

Government agency data shows 23 natural disaster events for ZIP 85390 in Wickenburg, AZ. These include 12 floods, 4 severe wind events, and 3 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $3.8M. Across all recorded events, 1 death has been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 12 recorded incidents (52% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 5 (42%) 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 $3.7M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Nov 18, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Wickenburg has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $90K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 2, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Wickenburg has experienced 3 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 2, 2022.

🔥 Wildfires

Wickenburg has experienced 3 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Mar 14, 2023.

🌍 Earthquakes

Wickenburg has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jan 22, 1979.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Wickenburg was Flash Flood on Jul 30, 2005, which caused $3M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Aug 25, 2014), causing $300K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Wickenburg, AZ (85390)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 85390 has experienced 23 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (12 events), severe wind events (4 events), hailstorms (3 events), wildfires (3 events), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 52% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 85390?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Wickenburg, AZ, with 12 events documented. These events have caused a combined $3.7M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 85390 (Wickenburg) prone to flooding?

Yes, Wickenburg (ZIP 85390) has 12 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Nov 18, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Wickenburg, AZ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 85390 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jul 30, 2005. This event caused $3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 85390?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3.8M in property damage in the Wickenburg, AZ area (ZIP 85390). 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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