Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 82648

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 82648, Wyoming

Located in the Great Plains, ZIP 82648 serves the Powder River community. The semi-arid climate of this part of Wyoming — bringing high winds, cold winters, and significant snowfall at elevation — directly shapes the hazard exposure for properties in this postal area.

ZIP 82648's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.0/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. The area faces significant winter hazard exposure, with nor'easters, ice storms, or blizzards regularly challenging transportation networks and power infrastructure. Secondary hazards include avalanche and wildfire.

Relative to other U.S. communities, ZIP 82648's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 5.3/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by winter and avalanche, as measured by FEMA across Wyoming. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 82648 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for winter 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.