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72368 Moro, AR — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Moro, AR (72368)

ZIP code 72368, covering Moro, AR, has 58 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 35 hailstorms, 12 tornadoes, and 6 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $9.4M. A total of 38 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 35 recorded incidents (60% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $9.3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 8, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 12 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 21% of all disaster events. 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 $8.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Dec 28, 2015.

❄️ Blizzards

Moro has experienced 6 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 $105K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 18, 2006.

🌊 Floods

Moro has experienced 4 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $566K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 1, 2011.

💨 Severe wind events

Moro has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 2, 2025.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Moro was EF1 Tornado on Jul 2, 1994, which caused $5M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Apr 2, 1982), causing $2.5M in damages. Flood on May 1, 2011 also caused significant damage ($550K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Moro, AR (72368)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 72368 has experienced 58 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (35 events), tornadoes (12 events), blizzards (6 events), floods (4 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 60% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 72368?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Moro, AR, with 35 events documented. These events have caused a combined $9.3K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 72368 (Moro) prone to flooding?

Yes, Moro (ZIP 72368) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $566K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 1, 2011.

Has Moro (72368) ever been hit by a tornado?

Moro has 12 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 $8.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Dec 28, 2015.

What was the worst natural disaster in Moro, AR?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 72368 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Jul 2, 1994. This event caused $5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 72368?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $9.4M in property damage in the Moro, AR area (ZIP 72368). 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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