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88231 Eunice, NM — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Eunice, NM (88231)

Federal records document 62 natural disaster events in the Eunice, NM area (ZIP 88231). These include 42 hailstorms, 8 earthquakes, and 4 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $140.5K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 42 recorded incidents (68% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $10.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 26, 2025.

🌍 Earthquakes

Eunice has experienced 8 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jul 22, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Eunice has experienced 4 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 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $122.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 21, 2014.

🔥 Wildfires

Eunice has experienced 3 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Aug 9, 2016.

💨 Severe wind events

Eunice has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $7.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Nov 2, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Eunice has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 16, 1988.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Eunice was Flash Flood on Sep 19, 2014, which caused $120K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Eunice, NM (88231)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 88231 has experienced 62 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (42 events), earthquakes (8 events), floods (4 events), wildfires (3 events), severe wind events (3 events), and tornadoes (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 68% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 88231?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Eunice, NM, with 42 events documented. These events have caused a combined $10.5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 88231 (Eunice) prone to flooding?

Yes, Eunice (ZIP 88231) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $122.5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 21, 2014.

Has Eunice (88231) ever been hit by a tornado?

Eunice has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 16, 1988.

What was the worst natural disaster in Eunice, NM?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 88231 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Sep 19, 2014. This event caused $120K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 88231?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $140.5K in property damage in the Eunice, NM area (ZIP 88231). 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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