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80929 Colorado Springs, CO — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Colorado Springs, CO (80929)

With 297 documented natural disaster events, ZIP code 80929 in Colorado Springs, CO has a substantial history of natural hazard activity. These include 292 hailstorms, 2 floods, and 2 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $45K. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 1 injury.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 98% of all recorded events (292 total). Of these, 5 (2%) 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 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 24, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Colorado Springs has experienced 2 floods on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 15, 2013.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Colorado Springs has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 1, 1977.

💨 Severe wind events

Colorado Springs has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 30, 1966.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Colorado Springs was EF1 Tornado on Jun 14, 1965, which caused $25K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Colorado Springs, CO (80929)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 80929 has experienced 297 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (292 events), floods (2 events), tornadoes (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 98% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 80929?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Colorado Springs, CO, with 292 events documented.

Is ZIP code 80929 (Colorado Springs) prone to flooding?

Yes, Colorado Springs (ZIP 80929) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $20K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 15, 2013.

Has Colorado Springs (80929) ever been hit by a tornado?

Colorado Springs has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $25K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 1, 1977.

What was the worst natural disaster in Colorado Springs, CO?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 80929 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 14, 1965. This event caused $25K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 80929?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $45K in property damage in the Colorado Springs, CO area (ZIP 80929). 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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