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64470 Mound City, MO — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Mound City, MO (64470)

Mound City, MO (ZIP 64470) has experienced 51 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 43 hailstorms, 3 tornadoes, and 2 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.3M. A total of 2 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 84% of all recorded events (43 total). Of these, 5 (12%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 27, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Mound City has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $775K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 8, 1999.

❄️ Blizzards

Mound City 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 $850K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 10, 2007.

🌊 Floods

Mound City has experienced 2 floods 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 flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $400K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Mar 20, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

Mound City has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $250K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 23, 1997.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Mound City was Ice Storm on Dec 10, 2007, which caused $750K in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Apr 8, 1999), causing $750K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Mound City, MO (64470)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 64470 has experienced 51 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (43 events), tornadoes (3 events), blizzards (2 events), floods (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 84% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 64470?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mound City, MO, with 43 events documented. These events have caused a combined $50K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 64470 (Mound City) prone to flooding?

Yes, Mound City (ZIP 64470) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $400K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Mar 20, 2019.

Has Mound City (64470) ever been hit by a tornado?

Mound City has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $775K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 8, 1999.

What was the worst natural disaster in Mound City, MO?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 64470 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Dec 10, 2007. This event caused $750K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 64470?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.3M in property damage in the Mound City, MO area (ZIP 64470). 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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