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67114 Newton, KS — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Newton, KS (67114)

With 337 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 67114 in Newton, KS has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 255 hailstorms, 24 severe wind events, and 22 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $113.6M. These events have resulted in 5 recorded deaths and 49 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 76% of all recorded events (255 total). Of these, 8 (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 $56K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 3, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 24 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $410K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 4, 2024.

🌊 Floods

There have been 22 recorded floods in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (23%) 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. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 4, 2019.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 21 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 6% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (24%) 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 $106.3M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 14, 2012.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 15 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 4% of all disaster events. Of these, 12 (80%) 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 $4.6M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Nov 25, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Newton was EF5 Tornado on Mar 13, 1990, which caused $25M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was EF5 Tornado (Mar 13, 1990), causing $25M in damages. EF5 Tornado on Mar 13, 1990 also caused significant damage ($25M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Newton, KS (67114)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 67114 has experienced 337 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (255 events), severe wind events (24 events), floods (22 events), tornadoes (21 events), and blizzards (15 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 76% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 67114?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Newton, KS, with 255 events documented. These events have caused a combined $56K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 67114 (Newton) prone to flooding?

Yes, Newton (ZIP 67114) has 22 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $2.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 4, 2019.

Has Newton (67114) ever been hit by a tornado?

Newton has 21 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 $106.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 14, 2012.

What was the worst natural disaster in Newton, KS?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 67114 was EF5 Tornado, which occurred on Mar 13, 1990. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 67114?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $113.6M in property damage in the Newton, KS area (ZIP 67114). 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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