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68304 Alvo, NE — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Alvo, NE (68304)

Alvo, NE (ZIP 68304) has experienced 95 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 65 hailstorms, 14 severe wind events, and 7 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $5.3M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 6 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 65 recorded incidents (68% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 17, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 14 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 15% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $500K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 19, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Alvo has experienced 7 floods on record. Of these, 3 (43%) 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 $630K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 2, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Alvo has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 14, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

Alvo has experienced 4 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $3.2M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 9, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Alvo was Heavy Snow on Oct 25, 1997, which caused $3.2M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Mar 23, 2009), causing $1M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Alvo, NE (68304)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 68304 has experienced 95 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (65 events), severe wind events (14 events), floods (7 events), tornadoes (5 events), and blizzards (4 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 68% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 68304?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Alvo, NE, with 65 events documented.

Is ZIP code 68304 (Alvo) prone to flooding?

Yes, Alvo (ZIP 68304) has 7 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $630K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 2, 2024.

Has Alvo (68304) ever been hit by a tornado?

Alvo has 5 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 14, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Alvo, NE?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 68304 was Heavy Snow, which occurred on Oct 25, 1997. This event caused $3.2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 68304?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5.3M in property damage in the Alvo, NE area (ZIP 68304). 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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