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72069 Holly Grove, AR — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Holly Grove, AR (72069)

Holly Grove, AR (ZIP 72069) has experienced 83 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 35 hailstorms, 24 floods, and 15 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $9.8M. A total of 9 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Holly Grove is hailstorms, with 35 recorded events making up 42% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 2 (6%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $110K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 20, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 24 recorded floods in this area, representing 29% of all disaster events. Of these, 14 (58%) 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 $6.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 9, 2021.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 15 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 18% 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 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Oct 17, 2012.

❄️ Blizzards

Holly Grove has experienced 6 blizzards on record. Of these, 4 (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 $600K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 4, 2015.

💨 Severe wind events

Holly Grove has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Of these, 2 (67%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Wind-related events have caused a combined $600K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 12, 2020.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Holly Grove was Flood on Nov 1, 2009, which caused $3M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Mar 18, 2008), causing $1.6M in damages. Flood on Oct 15, 2009 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Holly Grove, AR (72069)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 72069 has experienced 83 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (35 events), floods (24 events), tornadoes (15 events), blizzards (6 events), and severe wind events (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 42% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 72069?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Holly Grove, AR, with 35 events documented. These events have caused a combined $110K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 72069 (Holly Grove) prone to flooding?

Yes, Holly Grove (ZIP 72069) has 24 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $6.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 9, 2021.

Has Holly Grove (72069) ever been hit by a tornado?

Holly Grove has 15 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 $2M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Oct 17, 2012.

What was the worst natural disaster in Holly Grove, AR?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 72069 was Flood, which occurred on Nov 1, 2009. This event caused $3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 72069?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $9.8M in property damage in the Holly Grove, AR area (ZIP 72069). 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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