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63935 Poynor, MO — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Poynor, MO (63935)

ZIP code 63935, covering Poynor, MO, has 164 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 76 hailstorms, 26 tornadoes, and 21 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $52.9M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 9 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Poynor is hailstorms, with 76 recorded events making up 46% of the area's disaster history. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $36K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 15, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 26 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 16% of all disaster events. Of these, 3 (12%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $12.5M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 30, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 21 recorded floods in this area, representing 13% of all disaster events. Of these, 17 (81%) 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 $23.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Nov 6, 2024.

🔥 Wildfires

There have been 19 recorded wildfires in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Aug 1, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Poynor has experienced 6 blizzards on record. Of these, 4 (67%) 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 $15.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 24, 2023.

🌍 Earthquakes

Poynor has experienced 5 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Oct 16, 2015.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Poynor was Flood on May 1, 2017, which caused $15M in property damage. Another major event was Winter Storm (Jan 26, 2009), causing $14.7M in damages. Flood on May 1, 2017 also caused significant damage ($4.7M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Poynor, MO (63935)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 63935 has experienced 164 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (76 events), tornadoes (26 events), floods (21 events), wildfires (19 events), blizzards (6 events), earthquakes (5 events), extreme cold events (4 events), severe wind events (4 events), and extreme heat events (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 46% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 63935?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Poynor, MO, with 76 events documented. These events have caused a combined $36K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 63935 (Poynor) prone to flooding?

Yes, Poynor (ZIP 63935) has 21 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $23.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Nov 6, 2024.

Has Poynor (63935) ever been hit by a tornado?

Poynor has 26 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 $12.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 30, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Poynor, MO?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 63935 was Flood, which occurred on May 1, 2017. This event caused $15M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 63935?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $52.9M in property damage in the Poynor, MO area (ZIP 63935). 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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