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96126 Sierraville, CA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Sierraville, CA (96126)

Sierraville, CA (ZIP 96126) has experienced 57 recorded natural disaster events based on federal source records. These include 32 earthquakes, 17 wildfires, and 4 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $207.8M.

🌍 Earthquakes — Primary Hazard

Earthquakes represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 56% of all recorded events (32 total). The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Sep 12, 2022.

🔥 Wildfires

There have been 17 recorded wildfires in this area, representing 30% of all disaster events. 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.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Sierraville has experienced 4 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 8, 2015.

🌊 Floods

Sierraville has experienced 2 floods on record. Of these, 2 (100%) 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 $7.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 9, 2017.

💨 Severe wind events

Sierraville has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $200M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jan 18, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Sierraville was 100 mph High Wind on Jan 18, 2021, which caused $200M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Feb 9, 2017), causing $6.8M in damages. Flood on Dec 30, 2005 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Sierraville, CA (96126)?

Based on federal source records, ZIP code 96126 has experienced 57 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include earthquakes (32 events), wildfires (17 events), hailstorms (4 events), floods (2 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is earthquakes, which account for 56% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 96126?

Earthquakes are the most frequently recorded hazard in Sierraville, CA, with 32 events documented.

Is ZIP code 96126 (Sierraville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Sierraville (ZIP 96126) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $7.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 9, 2017.

What was the worst natural disaster in Sierraville, CA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 96126 was 100 mph High Wind, which occurred on Jan 18, 2021. This event caused $200M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 96126?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $207.8M in property damage in the Sierraville, CA area (ZIP 96126). This figure is based on historical records from NOAA Storm Events Database and USGS, and covers events from the 1950s through the present plus older wildfire source records where available. Actual damages may be higher, as not all events have complete damage assessments.

Data sourced from NOAA Storm Events Database and USGS earthquake/wildfire records. Historical coverage varies by source; some wildfire records contain older or approximate historical years. Full methodology →

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