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88118 Floyd, NM — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Floyd, NM (88118)

Floyd, NM (ZIP 88118) has a moderate disaster history with 44 recorded events. These include 31 hailstorms, 7 tornadoes, and 3 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $746.5K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Floyd is hailstorms, with 31 recorded events making up 70% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 2 (6%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $309.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Nov 2, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Floyd has experienced 7 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $330K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 25, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Floyd has experienced 3 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 $107K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 1, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

Floyd has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 30, 2017.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Floyd was EF2 Tornado on May 24, 1957, which caused $250K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Floyd, NM (88118)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 88118 has experienced 44 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (31 events), tornadoes (7 events), floods (3 events), and severe wind events (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 70% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 88118?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Floyd, NM, with 31 events documented. These events have caused a combined $309.5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 88118 (Floyd) prone to flooding?

Yes, Floyd (ZIP 88118) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $107K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 1, 2019.

Has Floyd (88118) ever been hit by a tornado?

Floyd has 7 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 $330K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 25, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Floyd, NM?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 88118 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on May 24, 1957. This event caused $250K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 88118?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $746.5K in property damage in the Floyd, NM area (ZIP 88118). 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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