Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 97388

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 97388, Oregon

ZIP 97388 in Gleneden Beach sits in the Pacific Northwest. Its oceanic climate produces mild, wet winters on the coast and semi-arid conditions inland, and notably a high wildfire risk period in the dry summer months. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 97388 carries an overall risk score of 5.7/10, placing it in the moderate category. Tsunami risk is the primary coastal hazard, driven by the area's proximity to seismically active offshore zones capable of generating ocean waves that inundate low-lying coastlines. The area also faces notable exposure to volcano and earthquake.

Within Oregon, ZIP 97388's risk is, near the 5.7/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Oregon identifies tsunami as the foremost hazard, followed by volcano and earthquake. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, ZIP 97388 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 tsunami is recommended.