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39643 Kokomo, MS — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Kokomo, MS (39643)

Federal records document 70 natural disaster events in the Kokomo, MS area (ZIP 39643). These include 35 hailstorms, 22 tornadoes, and 10 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $49M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 16 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 50% of all recorded events (35 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $27M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Feb 11, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 22 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 31% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (23%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $19.9M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 15, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Kokomo has experienced 10 floods on record. Of these, 5 (50%) 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 $808K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 8, 2020.

🌀 Hurricanes

Kokomo has experienced 2 hurricanes on record. Hurricane-related events have caused a combined $1.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Aug 29, 2021.

💨 Severe wind events

Kokomo has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 14, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Kokomo was 1.2" Hail on Apr 15, 2022, which caused $25M in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Apr 6, 2005), causing $11.2M in damages. EF3 Tornado on Apr 12, 2020 also caused significant damage ($3.3M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Kokomo, MS (39643)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 39643 has experienced 70 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (35 events), tornadoes (22 events), floods (10 events), hurricanes (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 39643?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Kokomo, MS, with 35 events documented. These events have caused a combined $27M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 39643 (Kokomo) prone to flooding?

Yes, Kokomo (ZIP 39643) has 10 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $808K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 8, 2020.

Has Kokomo (39643) ever been hit by a tornado?

Kokomo has 22 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 $19.9M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 15, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Kokomo, MS?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 39643 was 1.2" Hail, which occurred on Apr 15, 2022. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 39643?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $49M in property damage in the Kokomo, MS area (ZIP 39643). 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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