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67559 Nekoma, KS — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Nekoma, KS (67559)

ZIP code 67559, covering Nekoma, KS, has 142 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 121 hailstorms, 11 tornadoes, and 10 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $441.5K. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 85% of all recorded events (121 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $15K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 14, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 11 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 8% 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 $412.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 25, 2012.

💨 Severe wind events

Nekoma has experienced 10 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $14K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 17, 2015.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Nekoma was EF3 Tornado on Apr 30, 1972, which caused $250K in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Apr 14, 2012), causing $125K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Nekoma, KS (67559)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 67559 has experienced 142 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (121 events), tornadoes (11 events), and severe wind events (10 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 85% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 67559?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Nekoma, KS, with 121 events documented. These events have caused a combined $15K in property damage.

Has Nekoma (67559) ever been hit by a tornado?

Nekoma 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 $412.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 25, 2012.

What was the worst natural disaster in Nekoma, KS?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 67559 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 30, 1972. This event caused $250K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 67559?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $441.5K in property damage in the Nekoma, KS area (ZIP 67559). 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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