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32950 Malabar, FL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Malabar, FL (32950)

Federal records document 60 natural disaster events in the Malabar, FL area (ZIP 32950). These include 37 hailstorms, 14 tornadoes, and 4 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $38.7M. A total of 19 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Malabar is hailstorms, with 37 recorded events making up 62% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 24, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 14 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 23% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $5.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 10, 2017.

🌊 Floods

Malabar has experienced 4 floods on record. Of these, 3 (75%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $10.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 22, 2025.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Malabar has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. Of these, 2 (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 $7.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Dec 27, 2010.

💨 Severe wind events

Malabar has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 21, 2012.

🌀 Hurricanes

Malabar has experienced 1 hurricane on record. Hurricane-related events have caused a combined $15.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Oct 6, 2016.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Malabar was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Oct 6, 2016, which caused $15.8M in property damage. Another major event was Coastal Flood (Oct 27, 2012), causing $10.5M in damages. Frost/Freeze on Dec 27, 2010 also caused significant damage ($4M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Malabar, FL (32950)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 32950 has experienced 60 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (37 events), tornadoes (14 events), floods (4 events), extreme cold events (2 events), severe wind events (2 events), and hurricane (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 62% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 32950?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Malabar, FL, with 37 events documented.

Is ZIP code 32950 (Malabar) prone to flooding?

Yes, Malabar (ZIP 32950) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $10.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 22, 2025.

Has Malabar (32950) ever been hit by a tornado?

Malabar has 14 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 $5.2M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 10, 2017.

What was the worst natural disaster in Malabar, FL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 32950 was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon), which occurred on Oct 6, 2016. This event caused $15.8M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 32950?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $38.7M in property damage in the Malabar, FL area (ZIP 32950). 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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