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87031 Los Lunas, NM — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Los Lunas, NM (87031)

Government agency data shows 41 natural disaster events for ZIP 87031 in Los Lunas, NM. These include 23 hailstorms, 10 floods, and 4 wildfires. Total documented property damage amounts to $10.9M. A total of 2 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 23 recorded incidents (56% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. 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 $1.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 28, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Los Lunas has experienced 10 floods on record. Of these, 6 (60%) 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 $8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 4, 2025.

🔥 Wildfires

Los Lunas has experienced 4 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Apr 16, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Los Lunas 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.

🌍 Earthquakes

Los Lunas has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Sep 29, 2012.

💨 Severe wind events

Los Lunas 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 Los Lunas 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 Los Lunas, NM (87031)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 87031 has experienced 41 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (23 events), floods (10 events), wildfires (4 events), tornadoes (2 events), earthquake (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 56% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 87031?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Los Lunas, NM, with 23 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 87031 (Los Lunas) prone to flooding?

Yes, Los Lunas (ZIP 87031) has 10 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 4, 2025.

Has Los Lunas (87031) ever been hit by a tornado?

Los Lunas 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 Los Lunas, NM?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 87031 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 87031?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $10.9M in property damage in the Los Lunas, NM area (ZIP 87031). 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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