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87825 Alamo, NM — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Alamo, NM (87825)

Alamo, NM (ZIP 87825) has experienced 180 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 147 wildfires, 15 floods, and 11 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $446K.

🔥 Wildfires — Primary Hazard

Wildfires represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 82% of all recorded events (147 total). Of these, 27 (18%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wildfire-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Oct 18, 2024.

🌊 Floods

There have been 15 recorded floods in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. Of these, 6 (40%) 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $420K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 25, 2022.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 11 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 6% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Oct 7, 2025.

🌍 Earthquakes

Alamo has experienced 4 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Feb 28, 2013.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Alamo has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $26K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 13, 2012.

💨 Severe wind events

Alamo has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 13, 1981.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Alamo was Flash Flood on Jul 24, 2020, which caused $100K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Alamo, NM (87825)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 87825 has experienced 180 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (147 events), floods (15 events), hailstorms (11 events), earthquakes (4 events), tornadoes (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 82% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 87825?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Alamo, NM, with 147 events documented.

Is ZIP code 87825 (Alamo) prone to flooding?

Yes, Alamo (ZIP 87825) has 15 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $420K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 25, 2022.

Has Alamo (87825) ever been hit by a tornado?

Alamo has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $26K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 13, 2012.

What was the worst natural disaster in Alamo, NM?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 87825 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jul 24, 2020. This event caused $100K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 87825?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $446K in property damage in the Alamo, NM area (ZIP 87825). 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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