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70551 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (70551)

this area, (ZIP 70551) has a moderate disaster history with 22 recorded events. These include 9 hailstorms, 7 tornadoes, and 2 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $126.3M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 13 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 41% of all recorded events (9 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 6, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 7 tornadoes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $715K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 3, 2008.

🌊 Floods

this area has experienced 2 floods on record. Of these, 2 (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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $75K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 1, 2016.

❄️ Blizzards

this area 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 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $250K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 3, 2011.

🥶 Extreme cold events

this area has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 7, 2014.

🌀 Hurricanes

this area has experienced 1 hurricane on record. Hurricane-related events have caused a combined $125M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Sep 1, 2008.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Sep 1, 2008, which caused $125M in property damage. Another major event was 96 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Mar 29, 2011), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (70551)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 70551 has experienced 22 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (9 events), tornadoes (7 events), floods (2 events), blizzard (1 event), extreme cold event (1 event), hurricane (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 41% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 70551?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 9 events documented.

Is ZIP code 70551 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 70551) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $75K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 1, 2016.

Has this area (70551) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 7 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 $715K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 3, 2008.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 70551 was Category 1 Hurricane (Typhoon), which occurred on Sep 1, 2008. This event caused $125M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 70551?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $126.3M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 70551). 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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