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94950 Olema, CA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Olema, CA (94950)

Government agency data shows 31 natural disaster events for ZIP 94950 in Olema, CA. These include 25 wildfires and 6 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $216M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

🔥 Wildfires — Primary Hazard

Wildfires represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 81% of all recorded events (25 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wildfire-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Mar 14, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Olema has experienced 6 floods on record. Of these, 2 (33%) 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 $216M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 4, 2025.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Olema was Flood on Jan 1, 2006, which caused $108M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Dec 31, 2005), causing $108M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Olema, CA (94950)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 94950 has experienced 31 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (25 events) and floods (6 events). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 81% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 94950?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Olema, CA, with 25 events documented.

Is ZIP code 94950 (Olema) prone to flooding?

Yes, Olema (ZIP 94950) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $216M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 4, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Olema, CA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 94950 was Flood, which occurred on Jan 1, 2006. This event caused $108M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 94950?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $216M in property damage in the Olema, CA area (ZIP 94950). 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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