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66509 Mayetta, KS — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Mayetta, KS (66509)

ZIP code 66509, covering Mayetta, KS, has 148 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 109 hailstorms, 15 severe wind events, and 11 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.5M. A total of 3 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Mayetta is hailstorms, with 109 recorded events making up 74% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 23, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 15 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 10% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 4, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 11 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 29, 2022.

🔥 Wildfires

Mayetta has experienced 7 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Dec 19, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Mayetta has experienced 4 floods on record. Of these, 4 (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 $1.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 2, 2005.

❄️ Blizzards

Mayetta has experienced 1 blizzard on record. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 9, 2008.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Mayetta was EF2 Tornado on Apr 26, 1984, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Oct 2, 2005), causing $700K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Mayetta, KS (66509)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 66509 has experienced 148 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (109 events), severe wind events (15 events), tornadoes (11 events), wildfires (7 events), floods (4 events), blizzard (1 event), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 74% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 66509?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mayetta, KS, with 109 events documented.

Is ZIP code 66509 (Mayetta) prone to flooding?

Yes, Mayetta (ZIP 66509) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 2, 2005.

Has Mayetta (66509) ever been hit by a tornado?

Mayetta has 11 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $3.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 29, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Mayetta, KS?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 66509 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 26, 1984. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 66509?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.5M in property damage in the Mayetta, KS area (ZIP 66509). 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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