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67360 Peru, KS — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Peru, KS (67360)

Federal records document 96 natural disaster events in the Peru, KS area (ZIP 67360). These include 75 hailstorms, 8 floods, and 6 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $746.9K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Peru is hailstorms, with 75 recorded events making up 78% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 2 (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 $35K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 26, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Peru has experienced 8 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $49.4K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 3, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

Peru has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $55K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Sep 16, 2017.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Peru has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $27.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 10, 1989.

❄️ Blizzards

Peru has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (100%) 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 $580K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 27, 2009.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Peru was Winter Storm on Jan 1, 1999, which caused $300K in property damage. Another major event was Winter Storm (Jan 26, 2009), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Peru, KS (67360)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 67360 has experienced 96 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (75 events), floods (8 events), severe wind events (6 events), tornadoes (4 events), and blizzards (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 78% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 67360?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Peru, KS, with 75 events documented. These events have caused a combined $35K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 67360 (Peru) prone to flooding?

Yes, Peru (ZIP 67360) has 8 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $49.4K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 3, 2019.

Has Peru (67360) ever been hit by a tornado?

Peru has 4 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 $27.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 10, 1989.

What was the worst natural disaster in Peru, KS?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 67360 was Winter Storm, which occurred on Jan 1, 1999. This event caused $300K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 67360?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $746.9K in property damage in the Peru, KS area (ZIP 67360). 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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