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67663 Plainville, KS — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Plainville, KS (67663)

With 256 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 67663 in Plainville, KS has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 185 hailstorms, 30 tornadoes, and 15 earthquakes. Total documented property damage amounts to $42.2M. A total of 5 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 185 recorded incidents (72% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 6 (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 $24.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 18, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 30 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (13%) 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 $15.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 8, 2016.

🌍 Earthquakes

There have been 15 recorded earthquakes in this area, representing 6% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jul 15, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 13 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 5% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $800K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 1, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Plainville has experienced 6 blizzards on record. Of these, 5 (83%) 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 $985K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 22, 2022.

🌊 Floods

Plainville has experienced 6 floods on record. Of these, 3 (50%) 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 $426K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 24, 2016.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Plainville was EF1 Tornado on Jun 15, 1992, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Apr 11, 1991), causing $2.5M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Apr 25, 1990 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Plainville, KS (67663)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 67663 has experienced 256 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (185 events), tornadoes (30 events), earthquakes (15 events), severe wind events (13 events), blizzards (6 events), floods (6 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 72% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 67663?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Plainville, KS, with 185 events documented. These events have caused a combined $24.3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 67663 (Plainville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Plainville (ZIP 67663) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $426K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 24, 2016.

Has Plainville (67663) ever been hit by a tornado?

Plainville has 30 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 $15.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 8, 2016.

What was the worst natural disaster in Plainville, KS?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 67663 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 15, 1992. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 67663?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $42.2M in property damage in the Plainville, KS area (ZIP 67663). 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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