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98675 Yacolt, WA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Yacolt, WA (98675)

Yacolt, WA (ZIP 98675) shows 10 recorded natural disaster events — a comparatively quiet history. These include 5 earthquakes, 4 wildfires, and 1 tornado. Total documented property damage amounts to $311K.

🌍 Earthquakes — Most Frequent Hazard

With 5 recorded incidents (50% of all events), earthquakes are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jan 31, 2013.

🔥 Wildfires

Yacolt has experienced 4 wildfires on record. Of these, 2 (50%) 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 May 6, 2014.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Yacolt has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $311K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Dec 10, 2015.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Yacolt was EF1 Tornado on Dec 10, 2015, which caused $311K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Yacolt, WA (98675)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 98675 has experienced 10 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include earthquakes (5 events), wildfires (4 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is earthquakes, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 98675?

Earthquakes are the most frequently recorded hazard in Yacolt, WA, with 5 events documented.

Has Yacolt (98675) ever been hit by a tornado?

Yacolt has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $311K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Dec 10, 2015.

What was the worst natural disaster in Yacolt, WA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 98675 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Dec 10, 2015. This event caused $311K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 98675?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $311K in property damage in the Yacolt, WA area (ZIP 98675). 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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