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72404 Zcta 72404, AR — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Zcta 72404, AR (72404)

ZIP code 72404, covering Zcta 72404, AR, has 167 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 93 hailstorms, 29 tornadoes, and 23 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $348.4M. These events have resulted in 43 recorded deaths and 657 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 93 recorded incidents (56% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. 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 $134.6K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 30, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 29 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 17% of all disaster events. Of these, 10 (34%) 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 $339.2M in documented property damage. 38 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 2, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 23 recorded floods in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Of these, 11 (48%) 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 $4.9M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 8, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 12 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. Of these, 3 (25%) 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 $4M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 25, 2012.

💨 Severe wind events

Zcta 72404 has experienced 8 severe wind events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Wind-related events have caused a combined $95K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to severe wind events in this area. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 2, 2025.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Zcta 72404 has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Dec 15, 2008.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Zcta 72404 was EF3 Tornado on Mar 28, 2020, which caused $300M in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Apr 3, 1984), causing $25M in damages. EF3 Tornado on Apr 2, 2025 also caused significant damage ($4M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Zcta 72404, AR (72404)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 72404 has experienced 167 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (93 events), tornadoes (29 events), floods (23 events), blizzards (12 events), severe wind events (8 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 56% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 72404?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Zcta 72404, AR, with 93 events documented. These events have caused a combined $134.6K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 72404 (Zcta 72404) prone to flooding?

Yes, Zcta 72404 (ZIP 72404) has 23 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $4.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 8, 2023.

Has Zcta 72404 (72404) ever been hit by a tornado?

Zcta 72404 has 29 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 $339.2M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 2, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Zcta 72404, AR?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 72404 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Mar 28, 2020. This event caused $300M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 72404?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $348.4M in property damage in the Zcta 72404, AR area (ZIP 72404). 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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