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99201 Spokane, WA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Spokane, WA (99201)

Government agency data shows 22 natural disaster events for ZIP 99201 in Spokane, WA. These include 12 floods, 7 earthquakes, and 3 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $425.5K.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 55% of all recorded events (12 total). Of these, 2 (17%) 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 $425.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 23, 2025.

🌍 Earthquakes

Spokane has experienced 7 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Nov 13, 2001.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Spokane has experienced 3 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 14, 2012.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Spokane was Flash Flood on Jun 1, 2011, which caused $200K in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jun 5, 2022), causing $180K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Spokane, WA (99201)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 99201 has experienced 22 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (12 events), earthquakes (7 events), and hailstorms (3 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 55% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 99201?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Spokane, WA, with 12 events documented. These events have caused a combined $425.5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 99201 (Spokane) prone to flooding?

Yes, Spokane (ZIP 99201) has 12 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $425.5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 23, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Spokane, WA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 99201 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jun 1, 2011. This event caused $200K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 99201?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $425.5K in property damage in the Spokane, WA area (ZIP 99201). 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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