Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 83634

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 83634, Idaho

ZIP 83634 covers part of the Kuna area, in the western mountain region near the Pacific Coast. The surrounding region experiences dry summers, cold winters, and significant wildfire risk, with a high fire danger period from July through September shaping the natural hazards that residents of this ZIP code face. Risk scores here are derived from FEMA data for the encompassing county.

FEMA rates ZIP 83634's composite natural disaster risk at 7.1 out of 10 — high risk. Severe winter storms top the local risk profile, bringing blizzard conditions, ice storms, and extreme cold that pose health risks and cause extensive property and infrastructure damage. Residents should also account for volcano and wildfire risk in their preparedness planning.

ZIP 83634's risk score, considerably above the 5.1/10 state average and well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA, the highest-scoring are winter, volcano, and wildfire. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 83634 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.