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59463 Monarch, MT — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Monarch, MT (59463)

Monarch, MT (ZIP 59463) has experienced 58 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 28 wildfires, 22 hailstorms, and 6 severe wind events. A total of 5 injuries have been reported across all events.

🔥 Wildfires — Primary Hazard

Wildfires represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 48% of all recorded events (28 total). Of these, 3 (11%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wildfire-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Mar 14, 2023.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 22 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 38% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 29, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Monarch has experienced 6 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.

❄️ Blizzards

Monarch 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.

🌍 Earthquakes

Monarch has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jan 16, 1984.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Monarch, MT (59463)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 59463 has experienced 58 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (28 events), hailstorms (22 events), severe wind events (6 events), blizzard (1 event), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 48% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 59463?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Monarch, MT, with 28 events documented.

What was the worst natural disaster in Monarch, MT?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 59463 was 1" Hail, which occurred on Jul 29, 2025. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

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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