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95246 Mountain Ranch, CA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Mountain Ranch, CA (95246)

ZIP code 95246, covering Mountain Ranch, CA, has 59 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 55 wildfires, 3 floods, and 1 earthquake. Total documented property damage amounts to $115K.

🔥 Wildfires — Primary Hazard

Wildfires represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 93% of all recorded events (55 total). Of these, 4 (7%) 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 Jul 28, 2022.

🌊 Floods

Mountain Ranch has experienced 3 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $115K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Mar 5, 2016.

🌍 Earthquakes

Mountain Ranch has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Sep 18, 1990.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Mountain Ranch was Debris Flow on Oct 17, 2015, which caused $100K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Mountain Ranch, CA (95246)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 95246 has experienced 59 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (55 events), floods (3 events), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 93% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 95246?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mountain Ranch, CA, with 55 events documented.

Is ZIP code 95246 (Mountain Ranch) prone to flooding?

Yes, Mountain Ranch (ZIP 95246) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $115K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Mar 5, 2016.

What was the worst natural disaster in Mountain Ranch, CA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 95246 was Debris Flow, which occurred on Oct 17, 2015. This event caused $100K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 95246?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $115K in property damage in the Mountain Ranch, CA area (ZIP 95246). 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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