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72546 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (72546)

this area, (ZIP 72546) has a moderate disaster history with 23 recorded events. These include 11 hailstorms, 9 blizzards, and 1 flood. Total documented property damage amounts to $27.6M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 3 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 48% of all recorded events (11 total). 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). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 7, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

this area has experienced 9 blizzards on record. Of these, 7 (78%) 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 $27.3M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 4, 2015.

🌊 Floods

this area has experienced 1 flood on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 26, 2010.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $250K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 22, 1991.

💨 Severe wind events

this area has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 1, 2017.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was Ice Storm on Jan 26, 2009, which caused $25M in property damage. Another major event was Winter Storm (Dec 25, 2012), causing $1M in damages. Winter Storm on Dec 3, 2002 also caused significant damage ($920K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (72546)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 72546 has experienced 23 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (11 events), blizzards (9 events), flood (1 event), tornado (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 48% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 72546?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 11 events documented.

Is ZIP code 72546 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 72546) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $1K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 26, 2010.

Has this area (72546) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $250K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 22, 1991.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 72546 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Jan 26, 2009. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 72546?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $27.6M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 72546). 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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