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89706 Moundhouse, NV — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Moundhouse, NV (89706)

Moundhouse, NV (ZIP 89706) has experienced 94 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 50 wildfires, 29 earthquakes, and 8 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $6.3M.

🔥 Wildfires — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Moundhouse is wildfires, with 50 recorded events making up 53% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jun 14, 2048.

🌍 Earthquakes

There have been 29 recorded earthquakes in this area, representing 31% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Aug 19, 2021.

🌊 Floods

Moundhouse has experienced 8 floods on record. Of these, 6 (75%) 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 $6.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 27, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Moundhouse has experienced 6 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 11, 2014.

💨 Severe wind events

Moundhouse has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 1, 2014.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Moundhouse was Flood on Dec 31, 2005, which caused $3.4M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jan 8, 2017), causing $1.3M in damages. Flood on Jan 1, 2006 also caused significant damage ($1.2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Moundhouse, NV (89706)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 89706 has experienced 94 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (50 events), earthquakes (29 events), floods (8 events), hailstorms (6 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 53% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 89706?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Moundhouse, NV, with 50 events documented.

Is ZIP code 89706 (Moundhouse) prone to flooding?

Yes, Moundhouse (ZIP 89706) has 8 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $6.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 27, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Moundhouse, NV?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 89706 was Flood, which occurred on Dec 31, 2005. This event caused $3.4M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 89706?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $6.3M in property damage in the Moundhouse, NV area (ZIP 89706). 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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