South Cle Elum, WA (ZIP 98943) shows 4 recorded natural disaster events — a comparatively quiet history. These include 2 earthquakes and 2 hailstorms.
Earthquakes represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 50% of all recorded events (2 total). The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Mar 9, 1995.
South Cle Elum has experienced 2 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 5, 2006.
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 98943 has experienced 4 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include earthquakes (2 events) and hailstorms (2 events). The primary hazard is earthquakes, which account for 50% of all recorded events.
Earthquakes are the most frequently recorded hazard in South Cle Elum, WA, with 2 events documented.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 98943 was 1" Hail, which occurred on Jul 5, 2006. 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 →