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Natural Disaster Risk β€” ZIP Code 95310

Columbia, California

5.8out of 10
Moderate Risk

Risk Summary for ZIP 95310

ZIP 95310 scores 5.8/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Wildfire.

Top Hazards

Wildfire Volcanic Activity Avalanche

All 18 Hazard Scores

Wildfire
9.9
Volcanic Activity
9.7
Landslide
9.2
Avalanche
9.2
Extreme Heat
9.1
Drought
7.7
Lightning
7.7
Earthquake
7.5
Winter Weather
6.9
Tsunami
5.4
Coastal Flooding
4.9
Strong Wind
2.5
Hurricane
2.4
Hail
2.1
Tornado
1.9
Ice Storm
1.3
Cold Wave
1.2
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

ZIP 95310
5.8
California avg.
5.9
US national avg.
4.5

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🏠 What this means for insurance

Average risk β€” standard coverage usually sufficient

This area carries average natural disaster risk. A standard homeowners or renters policy should cover common events, but review the exclusions for floods and earthquakes, which are almost never included by default.

This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 95310, California

ZIP 95310 covers part of the Columbia area, in the western mountain region near the Pacific Coast. The surrounding region experiences dry summers and mild, wet winters with pronounced drought cycles, with a critical fire season from late summer through fall 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 95310's composite natural disaster risk at 5.8 out of 10 β€” moderate risk. The threat of wildfire dominates the local risk environment, with hot, dry summers and abundant fuel creating dangerous fire conditions each year. Residents should also account for volcano and avalanche risk in their preparedness planning.

ZIP 95310's risk score, near the 5.9/10 state average and above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA, the highest-scoring are wildfire, volcano, and avalanche. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

ZIP 95310's moderate risk profile means that while catastrophic events are less frequent, they do occur. Standard homeowners insurance typically covers many common hazards here, but confirming that wildfire exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.

What this means for ZIP 95310: Wildfire preparedness

  • Create defensible space by clearing flammable vegetation within 30–100 feet of structures.
  • Use fire-resistant roofing and screen vents to block ember intrusion, the leading cause of home ignition.
  • Prepare a go-bag and evacuation plan; wildfires can move faster than expected when winds pick up.

Risk for the surrounding area

Local Factors for ZIP 95310

These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 95310 from other communities in California County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

1,356

Small Town

Geographic Zone

Pacific Coast

Tsunami, coastal flood & wildfire risk

Climate Band

Moderate Continental

Latitude 38.1Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

High β€” long dry fire season

Fire score: 9.9/10

Coordinates

38.0994Β° N, 120.3617Β° W

Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.

Recent Climate Data for ZIP 95310

Last 12 months Β· Source: Open-Meteo archive

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Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). County-level data applied to ZIP codes within each county. Scores are normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. This information is for general awareness only β€” consult official emergency management resources and a licensed insurer for property-specific advice.