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98238 Conway, WA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Conway, WA (98238)

ZIP code 98238 in Conway, WA has a relatively limited disaster record, with 6 events documented. These include 5 earthquakes and 1 flood. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.4M.

🌍 Earthquakes — Primary Hazard

Earthquakes represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 83% of all recorded events (5 total). 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 Mar 24, 2012.

🌊 Floods

Conway has experienced 1 flood 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 $2.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Nov 12, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Conway was Flood on Nov 12, 2021, which caused $2.4M in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Conway, WA (98238)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 98238 has experienced 6 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include earthquakes (5 events) and flood (1 event). The primary hazard is earthquakes, which account for 83% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 98238?

Earthquakes are the most frequently recorded hazard in Conway, WA, with 5 events documented.

Is ZIP code 98238 (Conway) prone to flooding?

Yes, Conway (ZIP 98238) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $2.4M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Nov 12, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Conway, WA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 98238 was Flood, which occurred on Nov 12, 2021. This event caused $2.4M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 98238?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.4M in property damage in the Conway, WA area (ZIP 98238). 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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