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82637 Glenrock, WY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Glenrock, WY (82637)

ZIP code 82637, covering Glenrock, WY, has 63 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 30 hailstorms, 13 wildfires, and 12 earthquakes. Total documented property damage amounts to $5.1M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Glenrock is hailstorms, with 30 recorded events making up 48% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $4K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 16, 2025.

🔥 Wildfires

There have been 13 recorded wildfires in this area, representing 21% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Oct 16, 2018.

🌍 Earthquakes

There have been 12 recorded earthquakes in this area, representing 19% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Aug 2, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Glenrock has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (50%) 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 $5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Oct 4, 1998.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Glenrock has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $30 in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 12, 2017.

💨 Severe wind events

Glenrock has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 3, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Glenrock was Blizzard on Apr 4, 1997, which caused $5M in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Glenrock, WY (82637)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 82637 has experienced 63 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (30 events), wildfires (13 events), earthquakes (12 events), blizzards (4 events), tornadoes (2 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 48% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 82637?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Glenrock, WY, with 30 events documented. These events have caused a combined $4K in property damage.

Has Glenrock (82637) ever been hit by a tornado?

Glenrock has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $30. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 12, 2017.

What was the worst natural disaster in Glenrock, WY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 82637 was Blizzard, which occurred on Apr 4, 1997. This event caused $5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 82637?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5.1M in property damage in the Glenrock, WY area (ZIP 82637). 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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