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68967 Oxford, NE — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Oxford, NE (68967)

Oxford, NE (ZIP 68967) has experienced 197 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 149 hailstorms, 14 severe wind events, and 10 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $95.2M. Across all recorded events, 1 death has been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 76% of all recorded events (149 total). Of these, 4 (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 $73.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 23, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 14 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $13.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 3, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Oxford has experienced 10 blizzards on record. Of these, 5 (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 $1.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 12, 2020.

🌊 Floods

Oxford has experienced 10 floods on record. Of these, 10 (100%) 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 $6.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 22, 2021.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Oxford has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $372.5K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 3, 2024.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Oxford has experienced 3 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $110K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 3, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Oxford was 2.8" Hail on Jun 30, 2018, which caused $21M in property damage. Another major event was 1.8" Hail (Jun 29, 2023), causing $6M in damages. 2.8" Hail on Jun 29, 2023 also caused significant damage ($6M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Oxford, NE (68967)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 68967 has experienced 197 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (149 events), severe wind events (14 events), blizzards (10 events), floods (10 events), tornadoes (10 events), extreme cold events (3 events), and wildfire (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 76% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 68967?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Oxford, NE, with 149 events documented. These events have caused a combined $73.2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 68967 (Oxford) prone to flooding?

Yes, Oxford (ZIP 68967) has 10 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $6.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 22, 2021.

Has Oxford (68967) ever been hit by a tornado?

Oxford has 10 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 $372.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 3, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Oxford, NE?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 68967 was 2.8" Hail, which occurred on Jun 30, 2018. This event caused $21M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 68967?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $95.2M in property damage in the Oxford, NE area (ZIP 68967). 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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