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98262 Lummi Island, WA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Lummi Island, WA (98262)

Lummi Island, WA (ZIP 98262) shows 10 recorded natural disaster events — a comparatively quiet history. These include 4 severe wind events, 3 blizzards, and 3 earthquakes. Total documented property damage amounts to $1M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 4 injuries.

💨 Severe wind events — Most Frequent Hazard

With 4 recorded incidents (40% of all events), severe wind events are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Dec 14, 2000.

❄️ Blizzards

Lummi Island has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (67%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $1M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 10, 2007.

🌍 Earthquakes

Lummi Island has experienced 3 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Mar 3, 2025.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Lummi Island was Heavy Snow on Nov 26, 2006, which caused $1M in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Lummi Island, WA (98262)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 98262 has experienced 10 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include severe wind events (4 events), blizzards (3 events), and earthquakes (3 events). The primary hazard is severe wind events, which account for 40% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 98262?

Severe wind events are the most frequently recorded hazard in Lummi Island, WA, with 4 events documented.

What was the worst natural disaster in Lummi Island, WA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 98262 was Heavy Snow, which occurred on Nov 26, 2006. This event caused $1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 98262?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1M in property damage in the Lummi Island, WA area (ZIP 98262). 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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