Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 59936

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 59936, Montana

ZIP 59936 in West Glacier sits in the northern tier of the continental United States. Its semi-arid climate produces cold winters, dry summers, and extreme temperature swings, and notably rapid chinook wind events and spring flooding. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 59936 carries an overall risk score of 6.3/10, placing it in the high category. Avalanche risk is the dominant natural hazard, with steep mountain terrain and heavy seasonal snowpack creating conditions for dangerous snow slides in and around the area. The area also faces notable exposure to landslide and cold wave.

Within Montana, ZIP 59936's risk is, slightly above the 4.9/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Montana identifies avalanche as the foremost hazard, followed by landslide and cold wave. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 59936 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for avalanche and secondary hazards, registering for emergency alerts, and maintaining a household emergency kit are practical steps that can significantly reduce impact during a major event.