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96114 Janesville, CA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Janesville, CA (96114)

Government agency data shows 50 natural disaster events for ZIP 96114 in Janesville, CA. These include 37 wildfires, 9 earthquakes, and 4 hailstorms.

🔥 Wildfires — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Janesville is wildfires, with 37 recorded events making up 74% of the area's disaster history. 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 Aug 18, 2020.

🌍 Earthquakes

Janesville has experienced 9 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Dec 13, 2017.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Janesville has experienced 4 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 17, 2014.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Janesville, CA (96114)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 96114 has experienced 50 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (37 events), earthquakes (9 events), and hailstorms (4 events). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 74% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 96114?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Janesville, CA, with 37 events documented.

What was the worst natural disaster in Janesville, CA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 96114 was Wildfire: Sheep (29.5K acres), which occurred on Aug 18, 2020. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

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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