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88417 Cuervo, NM — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Cuervo, NM (88417)

Cuervo, NM (ZIP 88417) has a moderate disaster history with 48 recorded events. These include 40 hailstorms, 3 earthquakes, and 2 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $454.3K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Cuervo is hailstorms, with 40 recorded events making up 83% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $133K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 9, 2025.

🌍 Earthquakes

Cuervo has experienced 3 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Apr 1, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Cuervo has experienced 2 floods on record. Of these, 2 (100%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $221K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 5, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Cuervo has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $250 in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 18, 1966.

💨 Severe wind events

Cuervo has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $100K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 6, 2015.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Cuervo was Flash Flood on Aug 1, 2015, which caused $120K in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jun 5, 2023), causing $101K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Cuervo, NM (88417)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 88417 has experienced 48 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (40 events), earthquakes (3 events), floods (2 events), tornadoes (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 83% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 88417?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Cuervo, NM, with 40 events documented. These events have caused a combined $133K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 88417 (Cuervo) prone to flooding?

Yes, Cuervo (ZIP 88417) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $221K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 5, 2023.

Has Cuervo (88417) ever been hit by a tornado?

Cuervo has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $250. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 18, 1966.

What was the worst natural disaster in Cuervo, NM?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 88417 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Aug 1, 2015. 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 88417?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $454.3K in property damage in the Cuervo, NM area (ZIP 88417). 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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