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98051 Ravensdale, WA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Ravensdale, WA (98051)

Government agency data shows 40 natural disaster events for ZIP 98051 in Ravensdale, WA. These include 28 wildfires, 10 earthquakes, and 2 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $3M.

🔥 Wildfires — Primary Hazard

Wildfires represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 70% of all recorded events (28 total). Of these, 3 (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 2, 2006.

🌍 Earthquakes

Ravensdale has experienced 10 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Aug 4, 2022.

🌊 Floods

Ravensdale has experienced 2 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 19, 2014.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Ravensdale was Flood on Dec 12, 2010, which caused $3M in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Ravensdale, WA (98051)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 98051 has experienced 40 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (28 events), earthquakes (10 events), and floods (2 events). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 70% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 98051?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Ravensdale, WA, with 28 events documented.

Is ZIP code 98051 (Ravensdale) prone to flooding?

Yes, Ravensdale (ZIP 98051) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 19, 2014.

What was the worst natural disaster in Ravensdale, WA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 98051 was Flood, which occurred on Dec 12, 2010. This event caused $3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 98051?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3M in property damage in the Ravensdale, WA area (ZIP 98051). 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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