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96753 Kihei, HI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Kihei, HI (96753)

ZIP code 96753 in Kihei, HI has a relatively limited disaster record, with 7 events documented. These include 3 floods, 3 severe wind events, and 1 wildfire. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.2M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 1 injury.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 3 recorded incidents (43% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. 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 $1.2M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jan 27, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Kihei has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Dec 29, 2003.

🔥 Wildfires

Kihei has experienced 1 wildfire on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Aug 21, 2019.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Kihei was Flash Flood on May 1, 2022, which caused $1.2M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jan 27, 2023).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Kihei, HI (96753)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 96753 has experienced 7 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (3 events), severe wind events (3 events), and wildfire (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 43% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 96753?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Kihei, HI, with 3 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 96753 (Kihei) prone to flooding?

Yes, Kihei (ZIP 96753) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 27, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Kihei, HI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 96753 was Flash Flood, which occurred on May 1, 2022. This event caused $1.2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 96753?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.2M in property damage in the Kihei, HI area (ZIP 96753). 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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