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72749 Morrow, AR — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Morrow, AR (72749)

Government agency data shows 18 natural disaster events for ZIP 72749 in Morrow, AR. These include 9 hailstorms, 6 tornadoes, and 2 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $5.1M. A total of 4 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 9 recorded incidents (50% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $75K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 23, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Morrow has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $675K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 19, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Morrow has experienced 2 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (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 $4.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 26, 2009.

🌊 Floods

Morrow has experienced 1 flood on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $15K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 26, 2015.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Morrow was Ice Storm on Jan 26, 2009, which caused $3.3M in property damage. Another major event was Ice Storm (Nov 28, 2001), causing $1M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Morrow, AR (72749)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 72749 has experienced 18 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (9 events), tornadoes (6 events), blizzards (2 events), and flood (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 72749?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Morrow, AR, with 9 events documented. These events have caused a combined $75K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 72749 (Morrow) prone to flooding?

Yes, Morrow (ZIP 72749) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $15K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 26, 2015.

Has Morrow (72749) ever been hit by a tornado?

Morrow has 6 recorded tornado events 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 $675K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 19, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Morrow, AR?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 72749 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Jan 26, 2009. This event caused $3.3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 72749?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5.1M in property damage in the Morrow, AR area (ZIP 72749). 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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