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64015 Lake Tapawingo, MO — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Lake Tapawingo, MO (64015)

Federal records document 194 natural disaster events in the Lake Tapawingo, MO area (ZIP 64015). These include 137 hailstorms, 21 extreme heat events, and 13 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $33.6M. These events have resulted in 67 recorded deaths and 32 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 137 recorded incidents (71% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $1.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 16, 2025.

🥵 Extreme heat events

There have been 21 recorded extreme heat events in this area, representing 11% of all disaster events. Of these, 12 (57%) 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). 61 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jun 10, 2015.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 13 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (15%) 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 $4.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 3, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 13 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. 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 $11.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 25, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Lake Tapawingo has experienced 7 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (43%) 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 $17M in documented property damage. 4 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Nov 15, 2022.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Lake Tapawingo has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. 2 fatalities have been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 12, 2018.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Lake Tapawingo was Ice Storm on Jan 30, 2002, which caused $15M in property damage. Another major event was 119 mph Thunderstorm Wind (May 26, 1996), causing $10M in damages. EF3 Tornado on Jan 24, 1967 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Lake Tapawingo, MO (64015)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 64015 has experienced 194 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (137 events), extreme heat events (21 events), tornadoes (13 events), severe wind events (13 events), blizzards (7 events), extreme cold events (2 events), and flood (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 71% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 64015?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Lake Tapawingo, MO, with 137 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 64015 (Lake Tapawingo) prone to flooding?

Yes, Lake Tapawingo (ZIP 64015) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $10K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 14, 2010.

Has Lake Tapawingo (64015) ever been hit by a tornado?

Lake Tapawingo has 13 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 $4.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 3, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Lake Tapawingo, MO?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 64015 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Jan 30, 2002. 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 64015?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $33.6M in property damage in the Lake Tapawingo, MO area (ZIP 64015). 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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