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32668 Morriston, FL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Morriston, FL (32668)

Government agency data shows 30 natural disaster events for ZIP 32668 in Morriston, FL. These include 20 hailstorms, 4 extreme cold events, and 3 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $22.6M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 67% of all recorded events (20 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 3, 2018.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Morriston has experienced 4 extreme cold events on record. Of these, 4 (100%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $22.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Dec 14, 2010.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Morriston has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $300K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 5, 2019.

🌊 Floods

Morriston has experienced 2 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $110K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 20, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Morriston has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 20, 2020.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Morriston was Frost/Freeze on Jan 19, 1997, which caused $12.9M in property damage. Another major event was Frost/Freeze (Jan 10, 2010), causing $5.3M in damages. Frost/Freeze on Dec 14, 2010 also caused significant damage ($3.3M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Morriston, FL (32668)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 32668 has experienced 30 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (20 events), extreme cold events (4 events), tornadoes (3 events), floods (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 67% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 32668?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Morriston, FL, with 20 events documented. These events have caused a combined $25K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 32668 (Morriston) prone to flooding?

Yes, Morriston (ZIP 32668) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $110K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 20, 2023.

Has Morriston (32668) ever been hit by a tornado?

Morriston has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $300K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 5, 2019.

What was the worst natural disaster in Morriston, FL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 32668 was Frost/Freeze, which occurred on Jan 19, 1997. This event caused $12.9M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 32668?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $22.6M in property damage in the Morriston, FL area (ZIP 32668). This figure is based on historical records from FEMA, NOAA Storm Events Database, and USGS, and covers events from the 1950s through the present. Actual damages may be higher, as not all events have complete damage assessments.

Data sourced from FEMA (disaster declarations, NFIP flood claims), NOAA Storm Events Database, USGS Earthquake Hazards Program, and NIFC wildfire records. Historical coverage varies by source, with most records beginning in the 1950s–1970s. Full methodology →

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