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87412 Blanco, NM — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Blanco, NM (87412)

Blanco, NM (ZIP 87412) has a moderate disaster history with 20 recorded events. These include 10 wildfires, 5 floods, and 4 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $79.5K. Across all recorded events, 1 death has been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

🔥 Wildfires — Primary Hazard

Wildfires represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 50% of all recorded events (10 total). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Dec 19, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Blanco has experienced 5 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $77K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 5, 2016.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Blanco has experienced 4 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 9, 2017.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Blanco has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 30, 1966.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Blanco was Flash Flood on Aug 5, 2016, which caused $50K in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Blanco, NM (87412)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 87412 has experienced 20 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (10 events), floods (5 events), hailstorms (4 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 87412?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Blanco, NM, with 10 events documented.

Is ZIP code 87412 (Blanco) prone to flooding?

Yes, Blanco (ZIP 87412) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $77K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 5, 2016.

Has Blanco (87412) ever been hit by a tornado?

Blanco has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $2.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 30, 1966.

What was the worst natural disaster in Blanco, NM?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 87412 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Aug 5, 2016. This event caused $50K in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 87412?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $79.5K in property damage in the Blanco, NM area (ZIP 87412). 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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