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88049 Mimbres, NM — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Mimbres, NM (88049)

ZIP code 88049, covering Mimbres, NM, has 96 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 81 wildfires, 8 floods, and 7 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $199K.

🔥 Wildfires — Primary Hazard

Wildfires represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 84% of all recorded events (81 total). Of these, 13 (16%) 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 Aug 11, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Mimbres has experienced 8 floods on record. Of these, 3 (38%) 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 $159K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 5, 2021.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Mimbres has experienced 7 hailstorms on record. Hail-related events have caused a combined $40K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 13, 2025.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Mimbres was Flood on Jan 28, 2008, which caused $50K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Mimbres, NM (88049)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 88049 has experienced 96 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (81 events), floods (8 events), and hailstorms (7 events). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 84% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 88049?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mimbres, NM, with 81 events documented.

Is ZIP code 88049 (Mimbres) prone to flooding?

Yes, Mimbres (ZIP 88049) has 8 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $159K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 5, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Mimbres, NM?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 88049 was Flood, which occurred on Jan 28, 2008. 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 88049?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $199K in property damage in the Mimbres, NM area (ZIP 88049). 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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