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48612 Beaverton, MI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Beaverton, MI (48612)

Government agency data shows 43 natural disaster events for ZIP 48612 in Beaverton, MI. These include 22 hailstorms, 12 floods, and 5 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $226.6M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 22 recorded incidents (51% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 5, 2024.

🌊 Floods

There have been 12 recorded floods in this area, representing 28% of all disaster events. Of these, 9 (75%) 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 $226.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 19, 2020.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Beaverton has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $77.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 18, 1976.

❄️ Blizzards

Beaverton has experienced 3 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $90K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 12, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Beaverton has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $10K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 2, 1997.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Beaverton was Flash Flood on Jun 22, 2017, which caused $116.4M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (May 19, 2020), causing $100M in damages. Flash Flood on May 18, 2020 also caused significant damage ($6.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Beaverton, MI (48612)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 48612 has experienced 43 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (22 events), floods (12 events), tornadoes (5 events), blizzards (3 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 51% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 48612?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Beaverton, MI, with 22 events documented.

Is ZIP code 48612 (Beaverton) prone to flooding?

Yes, Beaverton (ZIP 48612) has 12 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $226.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 19, 2020.

Has Beaverton (48612) ever been hit by a tornado?

Beaverton has 5 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 $77.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 18, 1976.

What was the worst natural disaster in Beaverton, MI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 48612 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jun 22, 2017. This event caused $116.4M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 48612?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $226.6M in property damage in the Beaverton, MI area (ZIP 48612). 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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