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99603 Port Graham, AK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Port Graham, AK (99603)

Government agency data shows 16 natural disaster events for ZIP 99603 in Port Graham, AK. These include 6 wildfires, 4 blizzards, and 3 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $10.3M. Across all recorded events, 2 deaths have been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

🔥 Wildfires — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Port Graham is wildfires, with 6 recorded events making up 38% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Sep 11, 2019.

❄️ Blizzards

Port Graham has experienced 4 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $177.5K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 10, 2020.

🌊 Floods

Port Graham has experienced 3 floods on record. Of these, 2 (67%) 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 $10.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Nov 23, 2002.

💨 Severe wind events

Port Graham has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Nov 27, 2019.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Port Graham was Flood on Oct 23, 2002, which caused $10M in property damage. Another major event was Heavy Snow (Dec 22, 2012), causing $157K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Port Graham, AK (99603)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 99603 has experienced 16 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (6 events), blizzards (4 events), floods (3 events), and severe wind events (3 events). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 38% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 99603?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Port Graham, AK, with 6 events documented.

Is ZIP code 99603 (Port Graham) prone to flooding?

Yes, Port Graham (ZIP 99603) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $10.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Nov 23, 2002.

What was the worst natural disaster in Port Graham, AK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 99603 was Flood, which occurred on Oct 23, 2002. This event caused $10M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 99603?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $10.3M in property damage in the Port Graham, AK area (ZIP 99603). 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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