Government records show 637 natural disaster events affecting the Ariel, WA area (ZIP 98603) — a notably active disaster history. These include 634 earthquakes and 3 wildfires.
Earthquakes represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 100% of all recorded events (634 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 Jan 5, 2024.
Ariel has experienced 3 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jul 1, 2008.
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 98603 has experienced 637 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include earthquakes (634 events) and wildfires (3 events). The primary hazard is earthquakes, which account for 100% of all recorded events.
Earthquakes are the most frequently recorded hazard in Ariel, WA, with 634 events documented.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 98603 was M3.0 Earthquake, which occurred on Jan 5, 2024. 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 →