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81007 Pueblo West, CO — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Pueblo West, CO (81007)

Federal records document 170 natural disaster events in the Pueblo West, CO area (ZIP 81007). These include 160 hailstorms, 7 tornadoes, and 2 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $26.9M. A total of 9 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 160 recorded incidents (94% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $26.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 9, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Pueblo West has experienced 7 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $155K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 9, 2006.

💨 Severe wind events

Pueblo West has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 10, 2001.

🌊 Floods

Pueblo West has experienced 1 flood on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $400K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 10, 2017.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Pueblo West was 2" Hail on Jul 20, 2000, which caused $20M in property damage. Another major event was 1.8" Hail (Jun 20, 2003), causing $4M in damages. 1.5" Hail on May 26, 2010 also caused significant damage ($2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Pueblo West, CO (81007)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 81007 has experienced 170 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (160 events), tornadoes (7 events), severe wind events (2 events), and flood (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 94% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 81007?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Pueblo West, CO, with 160 events documented. These events have caused a combined $26.3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 81007 (Pueblo West) prone to flooding?

Yes, Pueblo West (ZIP 81007) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $400K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 10, 2017.

Has Pueblo West (81007) ever been hit by a tornado?

Pueblo West has 7 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 $155K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 9, 2006.

What was the worst natural disaster in Pueblo West, CO?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 81007 was 2" Hail, which occurred on Jul 20, 2000. This event caused $20M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 81007?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $26.9M in property damage in the Pueblo West, CO area (ZIP 81007). 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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