Gales Creek, OR (ZIP 97117) shows 2 recorded natural disaster events — a comparatively quiet history. These include 1 earthquake and 1 hailstorm.
The dominant hazard type for Gales Creek is earthquakes, with 1 recorded events making up 50% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Dec 27, 1963.
Gales Creek has experienced 1 hailstorm on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 31, 1991.
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Based on federal source records, ZIP code 97117 has experienced 2 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include earthquake (1 event) and hailstorm (1 event). The primary hazard is earthquakes, which accounts for 50% of all recorded events.
Earthquakes are the most frequently recorded hazard in Gales Creek, OR, with 1 event documented.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 97117 was 1" Hail, which occurred on Jul 31, 1991. It was rated at severity level 2/5.
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 →