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70523 Charenton, LA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Charenton, LA (70523)

Government agency data shows 28 natural disaster events for ZIP 70523 in Charenton, LA. These include 12 hailstorms, 7 tornadoes, and 3 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $237.9M. A total of 3 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Charenton is hailstorms, with 12 recorded events making up 43% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $51K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 3, 2017.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Charenton has experienced 7 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Feb 23, 2016.

🌊 Floods

Charenton has experienced 3 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $68K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 4, 2010.

🌀 Hurricanes

Charenton has experienced 3 hurricanes on record. Hurricane-related events have caused a combined $235M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Oct 9, 2020.

💨 Severe wind events

Charenton has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $150K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 26, 2009.

❄️ Blizzards

Charenton has experienced 1 blizzard on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 3, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Charenton was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Sep 1, 2008, which caused $180M in property damage. Another major event was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon) (Oct 9, 2020), causing $50M in damages. Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Jul 13, 2019 also caused significant damage ($5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Charenton, LA (70523)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 70523 has experienced 28 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (12 events), tornadoes (7 events), floods (3 events), hurricanes (3 events), severe wind events (2 events), and blizzard (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 43% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 70523?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Charenton, LA, with 12 events documented. These events have caused a combined $51K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 70523 (Charenton) prone to flooding?

Yes, Charenton (ZIP 70523) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $68K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 4, 2010.

Has Charenton (70523) ever been hit by a tornado?

Charenton has 7 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 $2.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Feb 23, 2016.

What was the worst natural disaster in Charenton, LA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 70523 was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon), which occurred on Sep 1, 2008. This event caused $180M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 70523?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $237.9M in property damage in the Charenton, LA area (ZIP 70523). 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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