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68107 Omaha, NE — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Omaha, NE (68107)

With 305 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 68107 in Omaha, NE has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 234 hailstorms, 29 floods, and 22 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.3B. These events have resulted in 7 recorded deaths and 242 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 77% of all recorded events (234 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 $503.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 24, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 29 recorded floods in this area, representing 10% of all disaster events. Of these, 15 (52%) 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 $421.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 25, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 22 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $13.2M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to severe wind events in this area. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 31, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 15 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 5% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (27%) 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 $328.5M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 26, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Omaha has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (50%) 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 $8.2M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 15, 2010.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Omaha has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jun 24, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Omaha was Flood on Mar 15, 2019, which caused $420M in property damage. Another major event was 1.8" Hail (Apr 10, 2001), causing $300M in damages. EF4 Tornado on May 6, 1975 also caused significant damage ($250M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Omaha, NE (68107)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 68107 has experienced 305 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (234 events), floods (29 events), severe wind events (22 events), tornadoes (15 events), blizzards (4 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 77% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 68107?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Omaha, NE, with 234 events documented. These events have caused a combined $503.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 68107 (Omaha) prone to flooding?

Yes, Omaha (ZIP 68107) has 29 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $421.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 25, 2024.

Has Omaha (68107) ever been hit by a tornado?

Omaha has 15 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 $328.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 26, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Omaha, NE?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 68107 was Flood, which occurred on Mar 15, 2019. This event caused $420M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 68107?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.3B in property damage in the Omaha, NE area (ZIP 68107). 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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