Government agency data shows 48 natural disaster events for ZIP 99320 in Benton City, WA. These include 39 wildfires, 5 earthquakes, and 3 hailstorms.
Wildfires represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 81% of all recorded events (39 total). Of these, 3 (8%) 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 Jul 25, 2024.
Benton City has experienced 5 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on May 18, 2008.
Benton City has experienced 3 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 28, 2019.
Benton City has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Sep 15, 2013.
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 99320 has experienced 48 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (39 events), earthquakes (5 events), hailstorms (3 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 81% of all recorded events.
Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Benton City, WA, with 39 events documented.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 99320 was Wildfire: COLD CREEK (575 acres), which occurred on Jul 25, 2024. 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 →