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99516 Anchorage, AK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Anchorage, AK (99516)

ZIP code 99516 in Anchorage, AK has a relatively limited disaster record, with 10 events documented. These include 7 severe wind events and 3 wildfires.

💨 Severe wind events — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Anchorage is severe wind events, with 7 recorded events making up 70% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jan 24, 2025.

🔥 Wildfires

Anchorage has experienced 3 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jan 23, 2023.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Anchorage, AK (99516)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 99516 has experienced 10 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include severe wind events (7 events) and wildfires (3 events). The primary hazard is severe wind events, which account for 70% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 99516?

Severe wind events are the most frequently recorded hazard in Anchorage, AK, with 7 events documented.

What was the worst natural disaster in Anchorage, AK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 99516 was 78 mph High Wind, which occurred on Jan 24, 2025. 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 →

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