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99626 Lower Kalskag, AK — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Lower Kalskag, AK (99626)

ZIP code 99626 in Lower Kalskag, AK has a relatively limited disaster record, with 5 events documented. These include 4 wildfires and 1 flood. Total documented property damage amounts to $500K.

🔥 Wildfires — Most Frequent Hazard

With 4 recorded incidents (80% of all events), wildfires are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Dec 8, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Lower Kalskag has experienced 1 flood 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 $500K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 6, 2009.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Lower Kalskag was Flood on May 6, 2009, which caused $500K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Lower Kalskag, AK (99626)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 99626 has experienced 5 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (4 events) and flood (1 event). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 80% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 99626?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Lower Kalskag, AK, with 4 events documented.

Is ZIP code 99626 (Lower Kalskag) prone to flooding?

Yes, Lower Kalskag (ZIP 99626) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $500K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 6, 2009.

What was the worst natural disaster in Lower Kalskag, AK?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 99626 was Flood, which occurred on May 6, 2009. This event caused $500K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 99626?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $500K in property damage in the Lower Kalskag, AK area (ZIP 99626). 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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