Government agency data shows 42 natural disaster events for ZIP 98620 in Goldendale, WA. These include 37 wildfires, 3 hailstorms, and 1 earthquake.
With 37 recorded incidents (88% of all events), wildfires are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 6 (16%) 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 Jan 24, 2025.
Goldendale has experienced 3 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 9, 2019.
Goldendale has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jun 14, 1981.
Goldendale has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 17, 2024.
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 98620 has experienced 42 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (37 events), hailstorms (3 events), earthquake (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 88% of all recorded events.
Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Goldendale, WA, with 37 events documented.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 98620 was Wildfire: MILLER ISLAND (403 acres), which occurred on Jan 24, 2025. 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 →