Branson, CO (ZIP 81027) has experienced 52 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 38 hailstorms, 12 wildfires, and 1 tornado. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.5M.
Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 73% of all recorded events (38 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 17, 2025.
There have been 12 recorded wildfires in this area, representing 23% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (17%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wildfire-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Mar 14, 2023.
Branson has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $30K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 7, 1998.
Branson has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $2.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 20, 2001.
The most significant disaster event on record for Branson was 1.8" Hail on May 24, 2023, which caused $5M in property damage. Another major event was 86 mph Thunderstorm Wind (May 20, 2001), causing $2.5M in damages.
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 81027 has experienced 52 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (38 events), wildfires (12 events), tornado (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 73% of all recorded events.
Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Branson, CO, with 38 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5M in property damage.
Branson has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $30K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 7, 1998.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 81027 was 1.8" Hail, which occurred on May 24, 2023. This event caused $5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.
Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.5M in property damage in the Branson, CO area (ZIP 81027). 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 →