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98548 Hoodsport, WA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Hoodsport, WA (98548)

Federal records document 66 natural disaster events in the Hoodsport, WA area (ZIP 98548). These include 46 wildfires, 16 earthquakes, and 4 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $725.6K. Across all recorded events, 1 death has been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

🔥 Wildfires — Most Frequent Hazard

With 46 recorded incidents (70% of all events), wildfires are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 5 (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 5/5 (extreme). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jan 21, 2021.

🌍 Earthquakes

There have been 16 recorded earthquakes in this area, representing 24% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Feb 16, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Hoodsport has experienced 4 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 $725.6K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jan 13, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Hoodsport was Flood on Dec 12, 2010, which caused $700K in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Dec 3, 2007), causing $12K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Hoodsport, WA (98548)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 98548 has experienced 66 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (46 events), earthquakes (16 events), and floods (4 events). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 70% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 98548?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Hoodsport, WA, with 46 events documented.

Is ZIP code 98548 (Hoodsport) prone to flooding?

Yes, Hoodsport (ZIP 98548) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $725.6K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 13, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Hoodsport, WA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 98548 was Flood, which occurred on Dec 12, 2010. This event caused $700K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 98548?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $725.6K in property damage in the Hoodsport, WA area (ZIP 98548). 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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