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92617 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (92617)

Government agency data shows 22 natural disaster events for ZIP 92617 in this area, . These include 10 earthquakes, 4 wildfires, and 3 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $517.5K.

🌍 Earthquakes — Primary Hazard

Earthquakes represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 45% of all recorded events (10 total). The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jun 7, 2024.

🔥 Wildfires

this area has experienced 4 wildfires on record. Of these, 2 (50%) 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 Jan 2, 2019.

🌊 Floods

this area has experienced 3 floods on record. Of these, 2 (67%) 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $165K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jan 22, 2017.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Nov 11, 1997.

💨 Severe wind events

this area has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $350K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jan 19, 2010.

⛈️ Hailstorms

this area has experienced 1 hailstorm on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Feb 22, 2005.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was 93 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Jan 19, 2010, which caused $350K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (92617)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 92617 has experienced 22 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include earthquakes (10 events), wildfires (4 events), floods (3 events), tornadoes (2 events), severe wind events (2 events), and hailstorm (1 event). The primary hazard is earthquakes, which account for 45% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 92617?

Earthquakes are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 10 events documented.

Is ZIP code 92617 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 92617) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $165K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 22, 2017.

Has this area (92617) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $2.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Nov 11, 1997.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 92617 was 93 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on Jan 19, 2010. This event caused $350K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 92617?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $517.5K in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 92617). 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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