Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 83312

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 83312, Idaho

ZIP 83312 in Almo sits in the Great Plains. Its semi-arid climate produces dry summers, cold winters, and significant wildfire risk, and notably a high fire danger period from July through September. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 83312 carries an overall risk score of 5.6/10, placing it in the moderate category. Volcanic activity is the foremost natural hazard, with the area situated near active volcanic systems capable of producing lava flows, ashfall, and pyroclastic hazards. The area also faces notable exposure to wildfire and avalanche.

Within Idaho, ZIP 83312's risk is, slightly above the 5.1/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Idaho identifies volcano as the foremost hazard, followed by wildfire and avalanche. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, ZIP 83312 residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for volcano is recommended.