Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 99704

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 99704, Alaska

ZIP 99704 in Clear sits in Alaska, the northernmost U.S. state. Its subarctic climate produces subarctic conditions with extreme cold winters and brief summers, and notably severe winter storms. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 99704 carries an overall risk score of 4.6/10, placing it in the moderate 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 volcano and landslide.

Within Alaska, ZIP 99704's risk is, near the 4.6/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Alaska identifies avalanche as the foremost hazard, followed by volcano and landslide. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, ZIP 99704 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 avalanche is recommended.