Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 97479

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 97479, Oregon

ZIP 97479 covers part of the Sutherlin 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 97479'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 97479'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.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 97479 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for tsunami 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.