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87002 Boys Ranch, NM — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Boys Ranch, NM (87002)

Government agency data shows 49 natural disaster events for ZIP 87002 in Boys Ranch, NM. These include 26 hailstorms, 12 floods, and 6 wildfires. Total documented property damage amounts to $12.4M. A total of 2 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 53% of all recorded events (26 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $1.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Oct 7, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 12 recorded floods in this area, representing 24% of all disaster events. Of these, 7 (58%) 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 $9.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 7, 2025.

🔥 Wildfires

Boys Ranch has experienced 6 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Sep 27, 2017.

🌍 Earthquakes

Boys Ranch has experienced 2 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Apr 29, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Boys Ranch has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25.3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 27, 1975.

💨 Severe wind events

Boys Ranch has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $1.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 24, 1999.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Boys Ranch was Flash Flood on Sep 29, 2017, which caused $7.5M in property damage. Another major event was 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind (May 24, 1999), causing $1.2M in damages. 1.8" Hail on Aug 17, 2008 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Boys Ranch, NM (87002)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 87002 has experienced 49 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (26 events), floods (12 events), wildfires (6 events), earthquakes (2 events), tornadoes (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 53% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 87002?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Boys Ranch, NM, with 26 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.7M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 87002 (Boys Ranch) prone to flooding?

Yes, Boys Ranch (ZIP 87002) has 12 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $9.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 7, 2025.

Has Boys Ranch (87002) ever been hit by a tornado?

Boys Ranch has 2 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 $25.3K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 27, 1975.

What was the worst natural disaster in Boys Ranch, NM?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 87002 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Sep 29, 2017. This event caused $7.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 87002?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $12.4M in property damage in the Boys Ranch, NM area (ZIP 87002). 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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