Los Angeles, CA (ZIP 90042) has experienced 52 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 28 earthquakes, 22 wildfires, and 2 tornadoes.
Earthquakes represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 54% of all recorded events (28 total). Of these, 2 (7%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for seismic events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Aug 12, 2024.
There have been 22 recorded wildfires in this area, representing 42% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jan 2, 2019.
Los Angeles has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 20, 1992.
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 90042 has experienced 52 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include earthquakes (28 events), wildfires (22 events), and tornadoes (2 events). The primary hazard is earthquakes, which account for 54% of all recorded events.
Earthquakes are the most frequently recorded hazard in Los Angeles, CA, with 28 events documented.
Los Angeles has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 20, 1992.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 90042 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 →