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94574 Saint Helena, CA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Saint Helena, CA (94574)

ZIP code 94574, covering Saint Helena, CA, has 89 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 49 wildfires, 34 earthquakes, and 4 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $147.5M.

🔥 Wildfires — Primary Hazard

Wildfires represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 55% of all recorded events (49 total). Of these, 6 (12%) 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 5/5 (extreme). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Oct 20, 2020.

🌍 Earthquakes

There have been 34 recorded earthquakes in this area, representing 38% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jul 8, 2021.

🌊 Floods

Saint Helena has experienced 4 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $147.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Dec 23, 2012.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Saint Helena has experienced 2 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 28, 1958.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Saint Helena was Flood on Jan 1, 2006, which caused $147.5M in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Saint Helena, CA (94574)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 94574 has experienced 89 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (49 events), earthquakes (34 events), floods (4 events), and hailstorms (2 events). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 55% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 94574?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Saint Helena, CA, with 49 events documented.

Is ZIP code 94574 (Saint Helena) prone to flooding?

Yes, Saint Helena (ZIP 94574) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $147.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Dec 23, 2012.

What was the worst natural disaster in Saint Helena, CA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 94574 was Flood, which occurred on Jan 1, 2006. This event caused $147.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 94574?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $147.5M in property damage in the Saint Helena, CA area (ZIP 94574). 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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