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66076 Pomona, KS — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Pomona, KS (66076)

Federal records document 182 natural disaster events in the Pomona, KS area (ZIP 66076). These include 122 hailstorms, 22 floods, and 18 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $12.5M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 41 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Pomona is hailstorms, with 122 recorded events making up 67% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 2 (2%) 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 $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 17, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 22 recorded floods in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. Of these, 18 (82%) 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 $2.3M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 1, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 18 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 10% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $547.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 7, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 15 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (27%) 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 $7.6M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 28, 2019.

❄️ Blizzards

Pomona has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (40%) 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 $1.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Nov 30, 2006.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Pomona was EF5 Tornado on May 20, 1957, which caused $2.5M in property damage and was linked to 3 fatalities. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (May 4, 1977), causing $2.5M in damages. EF3 Tornado on Apr 12, 1964 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Pomona, KS (66076)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 66076 has experienced 182 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (122 events), floods (22 events), severe wind events (18 events), tornadoes (15 events), and blizzards (5 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 67% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 66076?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Pomona, KS, with 122 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 66076 (Pomona) prone to flooding?

Yes, Pomona (ZIP 66076) has 22 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $2.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 1, 2019.

Has Pomona (66076) ever been hit by a tornado?

Pomona has 15 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 $7.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 28, 2019.

What was the worst natural disaster in Pomona, KS?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 66076 was EF5 Tornado, which occurred on May 20, 1957. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It resulted in 3 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 66076?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $12.5M in property damage in the Pomona, KS area (ZIP 66076). 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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