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63040 Grover, MO — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Grover, MO (63040)

Federal records document 86 natural disaster events in the Grover, MO area (ZIP 63040). These include 51 hailstorms, 12 extreme heat events, and 11 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $52.8M. These events have resulted in 12 recorded deaths and 236 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 51 recorded incidents (59% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $1.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 16, 2025.

🥵 Extreme heat events

There have been 12 recorded extreme heat events in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (67%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). 2 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 4, 2018.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 11 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 13% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $31.3M in documented property damage. 10 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 4, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Grover 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). Wind-related events have caused a combined $35K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 14, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Grover 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 $182K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 3, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

Grover has experienced 2 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $20.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 12, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Grover was EF4 Tornado on Feb 10, 1959, which caused $25M in property damage and was linked to 10 fatalities. Another major event was Winter Storm (Nov 30, 2006), causing $20M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Mar 14, 2025 also caused significant damage ($5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Grover, MO (63040)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 63040 has experienced 86 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (51 events), extreme heat events (12 events), tornadoes (11 events), severe wind events (6 events), floods (4 events), and blizzards (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 59% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 63040?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Grover, MO, with 51 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 63040 (Grover) prone to flooding?

Yes, Grover (ZIP 63040) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $182K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 3, 2022.

Has Grover (63040) ever been hit by a tornado?

Grover has 11 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $31.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 4, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Grover, MO?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 63040 was EF4 Tornado, which occurred on Feb 10, 1959. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It resulted in 10 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 63040?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $52.8M in property damage in the Grover, MO area (ZIP 63040). 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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