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59462 Moccasin, MT — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Moccasin, MT (59462)

ZIP code 59462, covering Moccasin, MT, has 64 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 51 hailstorms, 10 severe wind events, and 2 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $35.3K. A total of 5 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 80% of all recorded events (51 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 15, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Moccasin has experienced 10 severe wind events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jan 13, 2021.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Moccasin has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $35.3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 23, 1998.

❄️ Blizzards

Moccasin has experienced 1 blizzard on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 28, 2019.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Moccasin was EF1 Tornado on Aug 23, 1998, which caused $35K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Moccasin, MT (59462)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 59462 has experienced 64 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (51 events), severe wind events (10 events), tornadoes (2 events), and blizzard (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 80% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 59462?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Moccasin, MT, with 51 events documented.

Has Moccasin (59462) ever been hit by a tornado?

Moccasin has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $35.3K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 23, 1998.

What was the worst natural disaster in Moccasin, MT?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 59462 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Aug 23, 1998. This event caused $35K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 59462?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $35.3K in property damage in the Moccasin, MT area (ZIP 59462). 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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