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65350 Smithton, MO — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Smithton, MO (65350)

Federal records document 86 natural disaster events in the Smithton, MO area (ZIP 65350). These include 66 hailstorms, 10 tornadoes, and 7 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $9M. A total of 29 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 77% of all recorded events (66 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $2.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 1, 2019.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Smithton has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $6.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 25, 2011.

💨 Severe wind events

Smithton has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $15K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 26, 2016.

❄️ Blizzards

Smithton has experienced 3 blizzards 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). Winter storm events have caused a combined $113K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 9, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Smithton was EF2 Tornado on May 25, 2011, which caused $4M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Apr 20, 1973), causing $2.5M in damages. 1.8" Hail on Mar 12, 2006 also caused significant damage ($2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Smithton, MO (65350)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 65350 has experienced 86 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (66 events), tornadoes (10 events), severe wind events (7 events), and blizzards (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 77% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 65350?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Smithton, MO, with 66 events documented. These events have caused a combined $2.1M in property damage.

Has Smithton (65350) ever been hit by a tornado?

Smithton has 10 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $6.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 25, 2011.

What was the worst natural disaster in Smithton, MO?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 65350 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on May 25, 2011. This event caused $4M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 65350?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $9M in property damage in the Smithton, MO area (ZIP 65350). 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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