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91016 Monrovia, CA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Monrovia, CA (91016)

ZIP code 91016, covering Monrovia, CA, has 87 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 58 wildfires, 26 earthquakes, and 3 hailstorms.

🔥 Wildfires — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Monrovia is wildfires, with 58 recorded events making up 67% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 10 (17%) 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 1, 2020.

🌍 Earthquakes

There have been 26 recorded earthquakes in this area, representing 30% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for seismic events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jun 8, 2023.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Monrovia has experienced 3 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 24, 2024.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Monrovia, CA (91016)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 91016 has experienced 87 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (58 events), earthquakes (26 events), and hailstorms (3 events). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 67% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 91016?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Monrovia, CA, with 58 events documented.

What was the worst natural disaster in Monrovia, CA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 91016 was 1" Hail, which occurred on Mar 24, 2024. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

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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