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87510 Abiquiu, NM — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Abiquiu, NM (87510)

Government agency data shows 36 natural disaster events for ZIP 87510 in Abiquiu, NM. These include 20 wildfires, 8 floods, and 4 earthquakes. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.2M.

🔥 Wildfires — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Abiquiu is wildfires, with 20 recorded events making up 56% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jan 15, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Abiquiu has experienced 8 floods on record. Of these, 5 (63%) 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 $1.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 20, 2024.

🌍 Earthquakes

Abiquiu has experienced 4 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Dec 18, 2010.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Abiquiu has experienced 4 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 17, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Abiquiu was Flash Flood on Jul 7, 2015, which caused $1M in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Abiquiu, NM (87510)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 87510 has experienced 36 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (20 events), floods (8 events), earthquakes (4 events), and hailstorms (4 events). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 56% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 87510?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Abiquiu, NM, with 20 events documented.

Is ZIP code 87510 (Abiquiu) prone to flooding?

Yes, Abiquiu (ZIP 87510) has 8 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 20, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Abiquiu, NM?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 87510 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jul 7, 2015. This event caused $1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 87510?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.2M in property damage in the Abiquiu, NM area (ZIP 87510). 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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