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72532 Evening Shade, AR — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Evening Shade, AR (72532)

Federal records document 81 natural disaster events in the Evening Shade, AR area (ZIP 72532). These include 43 hailstorms, 15 tornadoes, and 9 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $114.5M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 27 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Evening Shade is hailstorms, with 43 recorded events making up 53% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 3 (7%) 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). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 22, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 15 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 19% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (33%) 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 $56.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 19, 2020.

❄️ Blizzards

Evening Shade has experienced 9 blizzards on record. Of these, 9 (100%) 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 $52.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 4, 2015.

🌊 Floods

Evening Shade has experienced 9 floods on record. Of these, 2 (22%) 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 $3.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 29, 2011.

💨 Severe wind events

Evening Shade has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 21, 2022.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Evening Shade 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 Mar 10, 1998.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Evening Shade was Ice Storm on Jan 26, 2009, which caused $50M in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Feb 5, 2008), causing $30M in damages. EF3 Tornado on Dec 2, 1982 also caused significant damage ($25M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Evening Shade, AR (72532)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 72532 has experienced 81 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (43 events), tornadoes (15 events), blizzards (9 events), floods (9 events), severe wind events (4 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 53% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 72532?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Evening Shade, AR, with 43 events documented.

Is ZIP code 72532 (Evening Shade) prone to flooding?

Yes, Evening Shade (ZIP 72532) has 9 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 29, 2011.

Has Evening Shade (72532) ever been hit by a tornado?

Evening Shade 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 $56.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 19, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in Evening Shade, AR?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 72532 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Jan 26, 2009. This event caused $50M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 72532?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $114.5M in property damage in the Evening Shade, AR area (ZIP 72532). 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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