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93605 Big Creek, CA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Big Creek, CA (93605)

Government agency data shows 21 natural disaster events for ZIP 93605 in Big Creek, CA. These include 17 wildfires, 3 earthquakes, and 1 tornado.

🔥 Wildfires — Most Frequent Hazard

With 17 recorded incidents (81% of all events), wildfires are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Feb 28, 2024.

🌍 Earthquakes

Big Creek has experienced 3 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on May 22, 2020.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Big Creek has experienced 1 tornado on record. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 5, 2020.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Big Creek, CA (93605)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 93605 has experienced 21 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (17 events), earthquakes (3 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 81% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 93605?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Big Creek, CA, with 17 events documented.

Has Big Creek (93605) ever been hit by a tornado?

Big Creek has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 5, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in Big Creek, CA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 93605 was Wildfire: King (119 acres), which occurred on Feb 28, 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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