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99347 Pomeroy, WA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Pomeroy, WA (99347)

Pomeroy, WA (ZIP 99347) has a moderate disaster history with 45 recorded events. These include 19 wildfires, 18 hailstorms, and 3 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $193.5K.

🔥 Wildfires — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Pomeroy is wildfires, with 19 recorded events making up 42% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 7 (37%) 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 Nov 19, 2024.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 18 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 40% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $35K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 3, 2022.

🌊 Floods

Pomeroy has experienced 3 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $146K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 3, 2022.

💨 Severe wind events

Pomeroy has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $10K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Nov 16, 2010.

🌍 Earthquakes

Pomeroy has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jun 15, 1976.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Pomeroy has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 14, 1966.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Pomeroy was Flood on Feb 7, 2020, which caused $129K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Pomeroy, WA (99347)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 99347 has experienced 45 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (19 events), hailstorms (18 events), floods (3 events), severe wind events (3 events), earthquake (1 event), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 42% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 99347?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Pomeroy, WA, with 19 events documented.

Is ZIP code 99347 (Pomeroy) prone to flooding?

Yes, Pomeroy (ZIP 99347) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $146K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 3, 2022.

Has Pomeroy (99347) ever been hit by a tornado?

Pomeroy 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 $2.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 14, 1966.

What was the worst natural disaster in Pomeroy, WA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 99347 was Flood, which occurred on Feb 7, 2020. This event caused $129K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 99347?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $193.5K in property damage in the Pomeroy, WA area (ZIP 99347). 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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