Monticello, AR (ZIP 71655) has experienced 87 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 44 hailstorms, 19 tornadoes, and 17 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $51.9M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 34 injuries.
Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 51% of all recorded events (44 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $500 in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 20, 2025.
There have been 19 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 22% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (11%) 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 $47.2M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 27, 2021.
There have been 17 recorded floods in this area, representing 20% of all disaster events. Of these, 10 (59%) 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 $2.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jan 3, 2023.
Monticello has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $2.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jan 11, 2020.
Monticello has experienced 2 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 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $55K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 25, 2012.
Monticello has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Sep 23, 1978.
The most significant disaster event on record for Monticello was EF3 Tornado on Feb 24, 2007, which caused $45M in property damage. Another major event was 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind (May 6, 2009), causing $2.5M in damages. Flood on May 1, 2011 also caused significant damage ($750K).
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 71655 has experienced 87 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (44 events), tornadoes (19 events), floods (17 events), severe wind events (4 events), blizzards (2 events), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 51% of all recorded events.
Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Monticello, AR, with 44 events documented. These events have caused a combined $500 in property damage.
Yes, Monticello (ZIP 71655) has 17 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $2.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 3, 2023.
Monticello has 19 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 $47.2M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 27, 2021.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 71655 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Feb 24, 2007. This event caused $45M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.
Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $51.9M in property damage in the Monticello, AR area (ZIP 71655). 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 →