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99337 Kennewick, WA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Kennewick, WA (99337)

Government agency data shows 32 natural disaster events for ZIP 99337 in Kennewick, WA. These include 23 wildfires, 4 severe wind events, and 2 earthquakes. Total documented property damage amounts to $2M.

🔥 Wildfires — Most Frequent Hazard

With 23 recorded incidents (72% of all events), wildfires are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 4 (17%) 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 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on May 1, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Kennewick has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 19, 2006.

🌍 Earthquakes

Kennewick has experienced 2 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Feb 28, 2004.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Kennewick has experienced 2 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 20, 2012.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Kennewick has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 26, 1958.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Kennewick was 90 mph Thunderstorm Wind on May 19, 2006, which caused $1M in property damage. Another major event was 76 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Jul 7, 2002), causing $770K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Kennewick, WA (99337)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 99337 has experienced 32 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (23 events), severe wind events (4 events), earthquakes (2 events), hailstorms (2 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 72% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 99337?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Kennewick, WA, with 23 events documented.

Has Kennewick (99337) ever been hit by a tornado?

Kennewick has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $25K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 26, 1958.

What was the worst natural disaster in Kennewick, WA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 99337 was 90 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on May 19, 2006. This event caused $1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 99337?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2M in property damage in the Kennewick, WA area (ZIP 99337). 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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