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92372 Pinon Hills, CA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Pinon Hills, CA (92372)

ZIP code 92372, covering Pinon Hills, CA, has 51 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 29 wildfires, 11 earthquakes, and 10 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $16.6M.

🔥 Wildfires — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Pinon Hills is wildfires, with 29 recorded events making up 57% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 2 (7%) 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 May 14, 2021.

🌍 Earthquakes

There have been 11 recorded earthquakes in this area, representing 22% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Oct 31, 2022.

🌊 Floods

Pinon Hills has experienced 10 floods on record. Of these, 5 (50%) 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 $16.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 16, 2018.

💨 Severe wind events

Pinon Hills has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 11, 1998.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Pinon Hills was Flash Flood on Jan 11, 2005, which caused $16M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Feb 21, 2005), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Pinon Hills, CA (92372)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 92372 has experienced 51 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (29 events), earthquakes (11 events), floods (10 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 57% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 92372?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Pinon Hills, CA, with 29 events documented.

Is ZIP code 92372 (Pinon Hills) prone to flooding?

Yes, Pinon Hills (ZIP 92372) has 10 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $16.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 16, 2018.

What was the worst natural disaster in Pinon Hills, CA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 92372 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jan 11, 2005. This event caused $16M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 92372?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $16.6M in property damage in the Pinon Hills, CA area (ZIP 92372). 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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