Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 97404

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 97404, Oregon

ZIP 97404 covers part of the Eugene area, in the Pacific Northwest. The surrounding region experiences mild, wet winters on the coast and semi-arid conditions inland, with a high wildfire risk period in the dry summer months 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 97404's composite natural disaster risk at 7.3 out of 10 — high risk. The threat from nearby active volcanoes tops the local risk profile, with potential hazards including ash fall that disrupts air travel and agriculture, and lava that threatens infrastructure. Residents should also account for earthquake and tsunami risk in their preparedness planning.

ZIP 97404's risk score, considerably above the 5.7/10 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 volcano, earthquake, and tsunami. 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 97404 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for volcano 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.