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70047 New Sarpy, LA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: New Sarpy, LA (70047)

New Sarpy, LA (ZIP 70047) has experienced 67 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 32 hailstorms, 15 floods, and 10 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $585.2M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 36 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 32 recorded incidents (48% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $15K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 15, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 15 recorded floods in this area, representing 22% of all disaster events. Of these, 6 (40%) 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 $54.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 17, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

New Sarpy has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (20%) 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 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $26.4M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 26, 2015.

💨 Severe wind events

New Sarpy has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 16, 2024.

🌀 Hurricanes

New Sarpy has experienced 3 hurricanes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hurricane-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hurricane-related events have caused a combined $504.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Aug 29, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for New Sarpy was Category 4 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Aug 29, 2021, which caused $500M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Sep 11, 2024), causing $52.5M in damages. EF3 Tornado on Aug 25, 1992 also caused significant damage ($25M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in New Sarpy, LA (70047)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 70047 has experienced 67 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (32 events), floods (15 events), tornadoes (10 events), severe wind events (7 events), and hurricanes (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 48% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 70047?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in New Sarpy, LA, with 32 events documented. These events have caused a combined $15K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 70047 (New Sarpy) prone to flooding?

Yes, New Sarpy (ZIP 70047) has 15 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $54.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 17, 2025.

Has New Sarpy (70047) ever been hit by a tornado?

New Sarpy has 10 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 $26.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 26, 2015.

What was the worst natural disaster in New Sarpy, LA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 70047 was Category 4 Hurricane (Typhoon), which occurred on Aug 29, 2021. This event caused $500M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 70047?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $585.2M in property damage in the New Sarpy, LA area (ZIP 70047). 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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