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98632 Longview, WA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Longview, WA (98632)

ZIP code 98632 in Longview, WA has a relatively limited disaster record, with 10 events documented. These include 4 floods, 2 earthquakes, and 2 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $254.2M.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Longview is floods, with 4 recorded events making up 40% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 4 (100%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $253.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 17, 2020.

🌍 Earthquakes

Longview has experienced 2 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Mar 15, 1992.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Longview has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $207K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Oct 23, 2014.

💨 Severe wind events

Longview has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Oct 12, 2025.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Longview was Flood on Sep 17, 2020, which caused $250M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Dec 8, 2015), causing $2.1M in damages. Flood on Dec 9, 2015 also caused significant damage ($1.8M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Longview, WA (98632)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 98632 has experienced 10 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (4 events), earthquakes (2 events), tornadoes (2 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 40% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 98632?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Longview, WA, with 4 events documented. These events have caused a combined $253.9M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 98632 (Longview) prone to flooding?

Yes, Longview (ZIP 98632) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $253.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 17, 2020.

Has Longview (98632) ever been hit by a tornado?

Longview has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $207K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Oct 23, 2014.

What was the worst natural disaster in Longview, WA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 98632 was Flood, which occurred on Sep 17, 2020. This event caused $250M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 98632?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $254.2M in property damage in the Longview, WA area (ZIP 98632). 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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