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86401 Kingman, AZ — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Kingman, AZ (86401)

With 237 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 86401 in Kingman, AZ has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 201 floods, 13 hailstorms, and 12 wildfires. Total documented property damage amounts to $3.7M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 4 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 201 recorded incidents (85% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 8 (4%) 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 $3.1M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 5, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 13 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 5% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 3, 2025.

🔥 Wildfires

There have been 12 recorded wildfires in this area, representing 5% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Aug 18, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Kingman has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $601K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 11, 2024.

🌍 Earthquakes

Kingman has experienced 5 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jan 5, 2008.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Kingman was Flash Flood on Aug 1, 2007, which caused $2M in property damage. Another major event was 77 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Jul 12, 2002), causing $400K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Kingman, AZ (86401)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 86401 has experienced 237 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (201 events), hailstorms (13 events), wildfires (12 events), severe wind events (6 events), and earthquakes (5 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 85% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 86401?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Kingman, AZ, with 201 events documented. These events have caused a combined $3.1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 86401 (Kingman) prone to flooding?

Yes, Kingman (ZIP 86401) has 201 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 5, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Kingman, AZ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 86401 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Aug 1, 2007. This event caused $2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 86401?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3.7M in property damage in the Kingman, AZ area (ZIP 86401). 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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