Los Osos, CA (ZIP 93402) has a moderate disaster history with 18 recorded events. These include 9 earthquakes, 8 wildfires, and 1 tornado.
Earthquakes represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 50% of all recorded events (9 total). The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Dec 27, 2023.
Los Osos has experienced 8 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jan 2, 2019.
Los Osos has experienced 1 tornado on record. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Feb 7, 2024.
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 93402 has experienced 18 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include earthquakes (9 events), wildfires (8 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is earthquakes, which account for 50% of all recorded events.
Earthquakes are the most frequently recorded hazard in Los Osos, CA, with 9 events documented.
Los Osos has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. The most recent tornado was recorded on Feb 7, 2024.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 93402 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Feb 7, 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 →