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97637 Plush, OR — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Plush, OR (97637)

Plush, OR (ZIP 97637) has a moderate disaster history with 17 recorded events. These include 12 wildfires, 4 earthquakes, and 1 hailstorm.

🔥 Wildfires — Primary Hazard

Wildfires represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 71% of all recorded events (12 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 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 19, 2020.

🌍 Earthquakes

Plush has experienced 4 earthquakes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for seismic events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jun 5, 1968.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Plush has experienced 1 hailstorm on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 3, 2009.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Plush, OR (97637)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 97637 has experienced 17 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (12 events), earthquakes (4 events), and hailstorm (1 event). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 71% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 97637?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Plush, OR, with 12 events documented.

What was the worst natural disaster in Plush, OR?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 97637 was Wildfire: Flynn (163 acres), which occurred on Nov 19, 2020. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

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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