Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 97467

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 97467, Oregon

ZIP 97467 covers part of the Reedsport area, in the western mountain region near the Pacific Coast. 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 97467's composite natural disaster risk at 6.7 out of 10 — high risk. The threat of tsunami inundation tops the local coastal risk profile, requiring residents in low-lying areas to maintain awareness of evacuation routes and warning systems. Residents should also account for volcano and earthquake risk in their preparedness planning.

ZIP 97467's risk score, slightly 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 tsunami, volcano, and earthquake. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

ZIP 97467's high risk designation reflects meaningful exposure to natural hazards. Residents should verify that their insurance covers the area's primary risks, prepare a family emergency plan, and stay informed about seasonal hazard peaks through local weather and emergency management services.