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99013 Ford, WA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Ford, WA (99013)

Ford, WA (ZIP 99013) has a moderate disaster history with 17 recorded events. These include 10 wildfires, 3 floods, and 3 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $9.1M.

🔥 Wildfires — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Ford is wildfires, with 10 recorded events making up 59% of the area's disaster history. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wildfire-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Mar 14, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Ford has experienced 3 floods on record. Of these, 3 (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 $9.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 1, 2017.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Ford has experienced 3 hailstorms on record. Hail-related events have caused a combined $10K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 10, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Ford has experienced 1 tornado on record. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 29, 1970.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Ford was Flood on Mar 9, 2017, which caused $8M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Feb 12, 2014), causing $600K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Ford, WA (99013)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 99013 has experienced 17 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (10 events), floods (3 events), hailstorms (3 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 59% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 99013?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Ford, WA, with 10 events documented.

Is ZIP code 99013 (Ford) prone to flooding?

Yes, Ford (ZIP 99013) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $9.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 1, 2017.

Has Ford (99013) ever been hit by a tornado?

Ford has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 29, 1970.

What was the worst natural disaster in Ford, WA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 99013 was Flood, which occurred on Mar 9, 2017. This event caused $8M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 99013?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $9.1M in property damage in the Ford, WA area (ZIP 99013). 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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