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97103 Astoria, OR — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Astoria, OR (97103)

ZIP code 97103 in Astoria, OR has a relatively limited disaster record, with 6 events documented. These include 2 hailstorms, 1 earthquake, and 1 flood. Total documented property damage amounts to $35K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Astoria is hailstorms, with 2 recorded events making up 33% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jan 18, 2018.

🌍 Earthquakes

Astoria has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jun 18, 1990.

🌊 Floods

Astoria has experienced 1 flood on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $10K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Nov 17, 2015.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Astoria has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Oct 3, 1967.

💨 Severe wind events

Astoria has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 5, 1957.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Astoria was EF1 Tornado on Oct 3, 1967, which caused $25K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Astoria, OR (97103)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 97103 has experienced 6 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (2 events), earthquake (1 event), flood (1 event), tornado (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 33% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 97103?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Astoria, OR, with 2 events documented.

Is ZIP code 97103 (Astoria) prone to flooding?

Yes, Astoria (ZIP 97103) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $10K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Nov 17, 2015.

Has Astoria (97103) ever been hit by a tornado?

Astoria has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $25K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Oct 3, 1967.

What was the worst natural disaster in Astoria, OR?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 97103 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Oct 3, 1967. This event caused $25K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 97103?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $35K in property damage in the Astoria, OR area (ZIP 97103). 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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