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70633 Dequincy, LA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Dequincy, LA (70633)

Federal records document 93 natural disaster events in the Dequincy, LA area (ZIP 70633). These include 40 hailstorms, 31 tornadoes, and 15 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $1B. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 8 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 40 recorded incidents (43% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 6, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 31 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 33% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Dec 28, 2024.

🌊 Floods

There have been 15 recorded floods in this area, representing 16% of all disaster events. Of these, 10 (67%) 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 $30.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 14, 2019.

❄️ Blizzards

Dequincy has experienced 3 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 $215K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 4, 2014.

🌀 Hurricanes

Dequincy has experienced 2 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 $1B in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to hurricanes in this area. The most recent recorded hurricane occurred on Aug 26, 2020.

🌍 Earthquakes

Dequincy has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Oct 16, 1983.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Dequincy was Category 4 Hurricane (Typhoon) on Aug 26, 2020, which caused $1B in property damage and was linked to 2 fatalities. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jul 14, 2019), causing $25M in damages. Flood on Oct 26, 2006 also caused significant damage ($2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Dequincy, LA (70633)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 70633 has experienced 93 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (40 events), tornadoes (31 events), floods (15 events), blizzards (3 events), hurricanes (2 events), earthquake (1 event), and severe wind event (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 70633?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Dequincy, LA, with 40 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 70633 (Dequincy) prone to flooding?

Yes, Dequincy (ZIP 70633) has 15 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $30.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 14, 2019.

Has Dequincy (70633) ever been hit by a tornado?

Dequincy has 31 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 $3.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Dec 28, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Dequincy, LA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 70633 was Category 4 Hurricane (Typhoon), which occurred on Aug 26, 2020. This event caused $1B in documented property damage. It resulted in 2 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 70633?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1B in property damage in the Dequincy, LA area (ZIP 70633). 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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