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33062 Pompano Beach, FL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Pompano Beach, FL (33062)

Pompano Beach, FL (ZIP 33062) has a moderate disaster history with 43 recorded events. These include 17 tornadoes, 11 hailstorms, and 10 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $30.3M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 44 injuries.

🌪️ Tornadoes — Most Frequent Hazard

With 17 recorded incidents (40% of all events), tornadoes are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $30M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 27, 2022.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 11 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 26% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 15, 2012.

🌊 Floods

Pompano Beach has experienced 10 floods on record. Of these, 3 (30%) 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $245K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 26, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Pompano Beach has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $35K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 17, 2003.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Pompano Beach was EF3 Tornado on Mar 1, 1980, which caused $25M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Mar 1, 1980), causing $2.5M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Jan 27, 2016 also caused significant damage ($850K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Pompano Beach, FL (33062)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 33062 has experienced 43 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include tornadoes (17 events), hailstorms (11 events), floods (10 events), and severe wind events (5 events). The primary hazard is tornadoes, which account for 40% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 33062?

Tornadoes are the most frequently recorded hazard in Pompano Beach, FL, with 17 events documented. These events have caused a combined $30M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 33062 (Pompano Beach) prone to flooding?

Yes, Pompano Beach (ZIP 33062) has 10 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $245K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 26, 2025.

Has Pompano Beach (33062) ever been hit by a tornado?

Pompano Beach has 17 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $30M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 27, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Pompano Beach, FL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 33062 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Mar 1, 1980. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 33062?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $30.3M in property damage in the Pompano Beach, FL area (ZIP 33062). 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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