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88203 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (88203)

this area, (ZIP 88203) has experienced 172 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 98 hailstorms, 39 wildfires, and 17 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $504.2M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 4 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 57% of all recorded events (98 total). Of these, 5 (5%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $208.3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 22, 2025.

🔥 Wildfires

There have been 39 recorded wildfires in this area, representing 23% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (10%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wildfire-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Oct 5, 2023.

🌊 Floods

There have been 17 recorded floods in this area, representing 10% of all disaster events. Of these, 13 (76%) 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 $503.1M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 8, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 11 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 6% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $837.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 30, 2009.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 7 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $35K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 8, 2004.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was Flash Flood on Oct 19, 2024, which caused $500M in property damage and was linked to 2 fatalities. Another major event was Flash Flood (May 30, 2021), causing $1M in damages. 86 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Aug 17, 1997 also caused significant damage ($750K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (88203)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 88203 has experienced 172 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (98 events), wildfires (39 events), floods (17 events), severe wind events (11 events), and tornadoes (7 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 57% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 88203?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 98 events documented. These events have caused a combined $208.3K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 88203 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 88203) has 17 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $503.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 8, 2025.

Has this area (88203) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 7 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $35K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 8, 2004.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 88203 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Oct 19, 2024. This event caused $500M in documented property damage. It resulted in 2 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 88203?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $504.2M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 88203). 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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