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65704 Mansfield, MO — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Mansfield, MO (65704)

Federal records document 166 natural disaster events in the Mansfield, MO area (ZIP 65704). These include 115 hailstorms, 20 floods, and 15 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $44.3M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 4 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 69% of all recorded events (115 total). Of these, 3 (3%) 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 $1.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 16, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 20 recorded floods in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. Of these, 11 (55%) 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 $19.8M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Nov 5, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 15 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $11.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 14, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Mansfield has experienced 9 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (33%) 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 $455K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 23, 2022.

💨 Severe wind events

Mansfield has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $540K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 30, 2019.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Mansfield has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $10.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 7, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Mansfield was Flash Flood on Nov 5, 2024, which caused $11.7M in property damage. Another major event was Frost/Freeze (Apr 7, 2007), causing $10.6M in damages. EF1 Tornado on May 21, 2019 also caused significant damage ($5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Mansfield, MO (65704)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 65704 has experienced 166 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (115 events), floods (20 events), tornadoes (15 events), blizzards (9 events), severe wind events (5 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 69% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 65704?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mansfield, MO, with 115 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.8M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 65704 (Mansfield) prone to flooding?

Yes, Mansfield (ZIP 65704) has 20 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $19.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Nov 5, 2024.

Has Mansfield (65704) ever been hit by a tornado?

Mansfield has 15 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 $11.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 14, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Mansfield, MO?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 65704 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Nov 5, 2024. This event caused $11.7M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 65704?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $44.3M in property damage in the Mansfield, MO area (ZIP 65704). 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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