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90033 Los Angeles, CA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Los Angeles, CA (90033)

Government agency data shows 35 natural disaster events for ZIP 90033 in Los Angeles, CA. These include 30 earthquakes, 4 wildfires, and 1 tornado.

🌍 Earthquakes — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Los Angeles is earthquakes, with 30 recorded events making up 86% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Aug 12, 2024.

🔥 Wildfires

Los Angeles has experienced 4 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jan 2, 2019.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Los Angeles has experienced 1 tornado on record. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 20, 1992.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Los Angeles, CA (90033)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 90033 has experienced 35 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include earthquakes (30 events), wildfires (4 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is earthquakes, which account for 86% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 90033?

Earthquakes are the most frequently recorded hazard in Los Angeles, CA, with 30 events documented.

Has Los Angeles (90033) ever been hit by a tornado?

Los Angeles has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 20, 1992.

What was the worst natural disaster in Los Angeles, CA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 90033 was M4.4 Earthquake, which occurred on Aug 12, 2024. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

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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