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97604 Crater Lake, OR — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Crater Lake, OR (97604)

Crater Lake, OR (ZIP 97604) has a moderate disaster history with 38 recorded events. These include 35 wildfires and 3 hailstorms.

🔥 Wildfires — Most Frequent Hazard

With 35 recorded incidents (92% of all events), wildfires are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 4 (11%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wildfire-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Nov 8, 2024.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Crater Lake has experienced 3 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 17, 2010.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Crater Lake, OR (97604)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 97604 has experienced 38 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (35 events) and hailstorms (3 events). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 92% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 97604?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Crater Lake, OR, with 35 events documented.

What was the worst natural disaster in Crater Lake, OR?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 97604 was Wildfire: Middle Fork (5.3K acres), which occurred on Nov 8, 2024. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

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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