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48472 Snover, MI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Snover, MI (48472)

Government agency data shows 21 natural disaster events for ZIP 48472 in Snover, MI. These include 9 hailstorms, 4 blizzards, and 3 extreme cold events. Total documented property damage amounts to $6.6M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 11 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 43% of all recorded events (9 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $150K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 15, 2012.

❄️ Blizzards

Snover has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (75%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 14, 2018.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Snover has experienced 3 extreme cold events on record. Of these, 2 (67%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $1.3M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 27, 2012.

💨 Severe wind events

Snover has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $90K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 5, 2005.

🌊 Floods

Snover has experienced 1 flood 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 $500K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jan 11, 2020.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Snover has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on May 29, 2006.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Snover was Ice Storm on Dec 21, 2013, which caused $3M in property damage. Another major event was Frost/Freeze (Apr 27, 2012), causing $1.3M in damages. Winter Storm on Apr 14, 2018 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Snover, MI (48472)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 48472 has experienced 21 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (9 events), blizzards (4 events), extreme cold events (3 events), severe wind events (2 events), flood (1 event), extreme heat event (1 event), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 43% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 48472?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Snover, MI, with 9 events documented. These events have caused a combined $150K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 48472 (Snover) prone to flooding?

Yes, Snover (ZIP 48472) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $500K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 11, 2020.

Has Snover (48472) ever been hit by a tornado?

Snover has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $500K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 22, 2015.

What was the worst natural disaster in Snover, MI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 48472 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Dec 21, 2013. This event caused $3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 48472?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $6.6M in property damage in the Snover, MI area (ZIP 48472). 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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