Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 97544

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 97544, Oregon

ZIP 97544 in Williams sits in the western mountain region near the Pacific Coast. 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 97544 carries an overall risk score of 5.5/10, placing it in the moderate category. Wildfire is the primary natural hazard, driven by dry seasonal conditions, fire-prone vegetation, and the wind patterns that can spread flames rapidly across the landscape. The area also faces notable exposure to earthquake and volcano.

Within Oregon, ZIP 97544'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 wildfire as the foremost hazard, followed by earthquake and volcano. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, ZIP 97544 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 wildfire is recommended.