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66958 Morrowville, KS — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Morrowville, KS (66958)

Federal records document 126 natural disaster events in the Morrowville, KS area (ZIP 66958). These include 101 hailstorms, 11 severe wind events, and 6 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.3M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 16 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 101 recorded incidents (80% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. 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). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 25, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 11 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $4K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 29, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Morrowville has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $364K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 5, 2007.

❄️ Blizzards

Morrowville has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (75%) 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 $3.2M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Nov 16, 2009.

🌊 Floods

Morrowville has experienced 3 floods on record. Of these, 2 (67%) 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 $670K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 7, 2007.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Morrowville has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $100K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 4, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Morrowville was Heavy Snow on Nov 16, 2009, which caused $1.6M in property damage. Another major event was Heavy Snow (Nov 16, 2009), causing $1.6M in damages. Flood on May 7, 2007 also caused significant damage ($600K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Morrowville, KS (66958)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 66958 has experienced 126 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (101 events), severe wind events (11 events), tornadoes (6 events), blizzards (4 events), floods (3 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 80% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 66958?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Morrowville, KS, with 101 events documented.

Is ZIP code 66958 (Morrowville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Morrowville (ZIP 66958) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $670K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 7, 2007.

Has Morrowville (66958) ever been hit by a tornado?

Morrowville has 6 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 $364K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 5, 2007.

What was the worst natural disaster in Morrowville, KS?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 66958 was Heavy Snow, which occurred on Nov 16, 2009. This event caused $1.6M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 66958?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.3M in property damage in the Morrowville, KS area (ZIP 66958). 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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