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65626 Caulfield, MO — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Caulfield, MO (65626)

Federal records document 111 natural disaster events in the Caulfield, MO area (ZIP 65626). These include 57 hailstorms, 25 tornadoes, and 13 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $85.7M. These events have resulted in 10 recorded deaths and 65 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 51% of all recorded events (57 total). Of these, 2 (4%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $281.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 16, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 25 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 23% of all disaster events. Of these, 9 (36%) 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 $61.1M in documented property damage. 9 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 14, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 13 recorded floods in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. Of these, 11 (85%) 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 $12.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 5, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Caulfield has experienced 7 blizzards on record. Of these, 4 (57%) 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 $360K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 29, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Caulfield has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 8, 2009.

🔥 Wildfires

Caulfield has experienced 3 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Apr 30, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Caulfield was EF4 Tornado on Apr 2, 1982, which caused $25M in property damage and was linked to 2 fatalities. Another major event was EF4 Tornado (Apr 2, 1982), causing $25M in damages. Frost/Freeze on Apr 7, 2007 also caused significant damage ($8.8M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Caulfield, MO (65626)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 65626 has experienced 111 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (57 events), tornadoes (25 events), floods (13 events), blizzards (7 events), severe wind events (4 events), wildfires (3 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 51% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 65626?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Caulfield, MO, with 57 events documented. These events have caused a combined $281.5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 65626 (Caulfield) prone to flooding?

Yes, Caulfield (ZIP 65626) has 13 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $12.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 5, 2025.

Has Caulfield (65626) ever been hit by a tornado?

Caulfield has 25 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 $61.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 14, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Caulfield, MO?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 65626 was EF4 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 2, 1982. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It resulted in 2 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 65626?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $85.7M in property damage in the Caulfield, MO area (ZIP 65626). 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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