What is the flood risk in 96720 Hilo?

The flood hazard score for 96720 is 2.8/10 (LOW). This score is derived from FEMA flood zones, elevation data, and NFIP claim density.

Is 96720 in a hurricane zone?

Yes, Hilo (96720) is in a hurricane-prone area. The hurricane hazard score is calculated based on historical track frequency, coastal proximity, and storm surge exposure.

What natural disasters affect Hilo, Hawaii?

The primary natural hazards for Hilo (96720) are hurricane, earthquake. CivilSense provides climate-adjusted hazard scores for each peril using data from USGS, NOAA, and FEMA.

Hilo, Hawaii 96720

Hawaii County · Hawaii

19.7074° N, 155.0854° W

Climate-Adjusted Hazard Scores

≋Flood

2.8/10LOW

FEMA flood zone (estimated)1.0 / 4.0

Elevation above base flood level1.0 / 3.0

Regional NFIP historical loss density0.8 / 3.0

Model v1.0 · Hazard score

⊕Earthquake

2.3/10LOW

Seismic source zone activity (Gutenberg-Richter)0.5 / 3.5

Proximity to mapped Quaternary faults0.3 / 3.0

Historical damage potential (Hazus W1 thresholds)1.5 / 3.5

Model v1.0 · Hazard score

Natural Hazards in Hilo

Based on historical data and geographic analysis, the primary natural hazards affecting Hilo, Hawaii (96720) are hurricane and earthquake. These scores are derived from peer-reviewed federal and academic sources.

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Hawaii Hazard Profiles

Hawaii Hurricane Hawaii Earthquake

Nearby Areas

96801

Honolulu

Data Sources

USGS Earthquake Hazards.gov

NOAA National Hurricane Center.gov

FEMA Flood Map Service.gov

NIFC Active Fire Data.gov

NOAA Storm Prediction Center.gov