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71233 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (71233)

Federal records document 108 natural disaster events in the this area, area (ZIP 71233). These include 35 floods, 27 hailstorms, and 15 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $44.3M. These events have resulted in 38 recorded deaths and 288 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 35 recorded incidents (32% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 9 (26%) 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 $7.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 13, 2020.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 27 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 25% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $94K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 26, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 15 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 14% 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 winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $2.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 17, 2021.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 15 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (13%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $27.7M in documented property damage. 38 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 16, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 15 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $5.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 9, 2024.

🥶 Extreme cold events

this area has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $300K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 1, 2010.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was EF5 Tornado on Dec 5, 1953, which caused $25M in property damage and was linked to 38 fatalities. Another major event was Flood (Mar 10, 1997), causing $3.7M in damages. Flash Flood on Apr 2, 2017 also caused significant damage ($2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (71233)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 71233 has experienced 108 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (35 events), hailstorms (27 events), blizzards (15 events), tornadoes (15 events), severe wind events (15 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 32% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 71233?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 35 events documented. These events have caused a combined $7.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 71233 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 71233) has 35 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $7.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 13, 2020.

Has this area (71233) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 15 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $27.7M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 16, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 71233 was EF5 Tornado, which occurred on Dec 5, 1953. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It resulted in 38 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 71233?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $44.3M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 71233). 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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