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88026 Central, NM — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Central, NM (88026)

ZIP code 88026 in Central, NM has a relatively limited disaster record, with 7 events documented. These include 4 hailstorms, 2 floods, and 1 wildfire. Total documented property damage amounts to $72.3K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Central is hailstorms, with 4 recorded events making up 57% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $20.3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 23, 2013.

🌊 Floods

Central has experienced 2 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 $52K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 31, 2008.

🔥 Wildfires

Central has experienced 1 wildfire on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Dec 31, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Central was Flash Flood on Jul 29, 2007, which caused $50K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Central, NM (88026)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 88026 has experienced 7 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (4 events), floods (2 events), and wildfire (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 57% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 88026?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Central, NM, with 4 events documented. These events have caused a combined $20.3K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 88026 (Central) prone to flooding?

Yes, Central (ZIP 88026) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $52K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 31, 2008.

What was the worst natural disaster in Central, NM?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 88026 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jul 29, 2007. This event caused $50K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 88026?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $72.3K in property damage in the Central, NM area (ZIP 88026). 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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