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94556 Moraga, CA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Moraga, CA (94556)

ZIP code 94556, covering Moraga, CA, has 165 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 153 earthquakes, 7 floods, and 5 wildfires. Total documented property damage amounts to $250.5K. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 1 injury.

🌍 Earthquakes — Primary Hazard

Earthquakes represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 93% of all recorded events (153 total). The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Apr 6, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Moraga has experienced 7 floods on record. Of these, 2 (29%) 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 $250.5K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Nov 23, 2024.

🔥 Wildfires

Moraga has experienced 5 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jan 2, 2019.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Moraga was Flood on Dec 2, 2012, which caused $250K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Moraga, CA (94556)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 94556 has experienced 165 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include earthquakes (153 events), floods (7 events), and wildfires (5 events). The primary hazard is earthquakes, which account for 93% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 94556?

Earthquakes are the most frequently recorded hazard in Moraga, CA, with 153 events documented.

Is ZIP code 94556 (Moraga) prone to flooding?

Yes, Moraga (ZIP 94556) has 7 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $250.5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Nov 23, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Moraga, CA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 94556 was Flood, which occurred on Dec 2, 2012. This event caused $250K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 94556?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $250.5K in property damage in the Moraga, CA area (ZIP 94556). 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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