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85750 Tucson, AZ — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Tucson, AZ (85750)

Federal records document 102 natural disaster events in the Tucson, AZ area (ZIP 85750). These include 40 floods, 27 hailstorms, and 24 wildfires. Total documented property damage amounts to $9.3M. These events have resulted in 7 recorded deaths and 1 injury.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 39% of all recorded events (40 total). Of these, 14 (35%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $4.1M in documented property damage. 7 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 12, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 27 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 26% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 19, 2024.

🔥 Wildfires

There have been 24 recorded wildfires in this area, representing 24% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Feb 13, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Tucson has experienced 10 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $713K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 2, 2021.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Tucson has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 6, 1992.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Tucson was Flash Flood on Jul 31, 2022, which caused $3M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Jul 6, 1992), causing $2.5M in damages. 1.8" Hail on Jun 30, 2015 also caused significant damage ($2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Tucson, AZ (85750)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 85750 has experienced 102 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (40 events), hailstorms (27 events), wildfires (24 events), severe wind events (10 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 39% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 85750?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Tucson, AZ, with 40 events documented. These events have caused a combined $4.1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 85750 (Tucson) prone to flooding?

Yes, Tucson (ZIP 85750) has 40 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $4.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 12, 2025.

Has Tucson (85750) ever been hit by a tornado?

Tucson has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $2.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 6, 1992.

What was the worst natural disaster in Tucson, AZ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 85750 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jul 31, 2022. This event caused $3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 85750?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $9.3M in property damage in the Tucson, AZ area (ZIP 85750). 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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