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97405 Eugene, OR — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Eugene, OR (97405)

Eugene, OR (ZIP 97405) shows 9 recorded natural disaster events — a comparatively quiet history. These include 4 hailstorms, 2 floods, and 1 tornado. Total documented property damage amounts to $554K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Eugene is hailstorms, with 4 recorded events making up 44% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 9, 2022.

🌊 Floods

Eugene 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 $529K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Mar 16, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Eugene 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 Nov 24, 1989.

🔥 Wildfires

Eugene has experienced 1 wildfire on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jan 14, 2016.

💨 Severe wind events

Eugene has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 19, 2005.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Eugene was Flood on Dec 17, 2015, which caused $499K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Eugene, OR (97405)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 97405 has experienced 9 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (4 events), floods (2 events), tornado (1 event), wildfire (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 44% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 97405?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Eugene, OR, with 4 events documented.

Is ZIP code 97405 (Eugene) prone to flooding?

Yes, Eugene (ZIP 97405) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $529K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Mar 16, 2025.

Has Eugene (97405) ever been hit by a tornado?

Eugene 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 Nov 24, 1989.

What was the worst natural disaster in Eugene, OR?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 97405 was Flood, which occurred on Dec 17, 2015. This event caused $499K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 97405?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $554K in property damage in the Eugene, OR area (ZIP 97405). 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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