Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 99347

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 99347, Washington

ZIP 99347 in Pomeroy sits in the Pacific Northwest. Its oceanic climate produces mild, rainy winters west of the Cascades and semi-arid conditions to the east, and notably a critical wildfire period in eastern Washington each summer. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 99347 carries an overall risk score of 3.6/10, placing it in the low category. Avalanche risk is the dominant natural hazard, with steep mountain terrain and heavy seasonal snowpack creating conditions for dangerous snow slides in and around the area. The area also faces notable exposure to wildfire and landslide.

Within Washington, ZIP 99347's risk is, considerably below the 5.8/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks below the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Washington identifies avalanche as the foremost hazard, followed by wildfire and landslide. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

ZIP 99347 carries a below-average natural disaster risk, reflecting fewer and less severe hazard exposures than typical U.S. communities. Even so, the area's primary risk — avalanche — warrants awareness and appropriate insurance coverage, as lower risk does not mean zero risk.