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48628 Hope, MI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Hope, MI (48628)

Hope, MI (ZIP 48628) has a moderate disaster history with 35 recorded events. These include 18 hailstorms, 5 floods, and 4 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $209.2M. A total of 13 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 51% of all recorded events (18 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 29, 2022.

🌊 Floods

Hope has experienced 5 floods on record. Of these, 5 (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 $206.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 19, 2020.

💨 Severe wind events

Hope has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $123K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 31, 2011.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Hope has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $75K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 18, 1976.

❄️ Blizzards

Hope has experienced 2 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $1.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 1, 2019.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Hope has experienced 2 extreme cold events 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 cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $1.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 27, 2012.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Hope was Flash Flood on May 19, 2020, which caused $100M 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 Hope, MI (48628)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 48628 has experienced 35 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (18 events), floods (5 events), severe wind events (4 events), tornadoes (3 events), blizzards (2 events), extreme cold events (2 events), and extreme heat 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 48628?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Hope, MI, with 18 events documented.

Is ZIP code 48628 (Hope) prone to flooding?

Yes, Hope (ZIP 48628) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $206.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 19, 2020.

Has Hope (48628) ever been hit by a tornado?

Hope has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $75K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 18, 1976.

What was the worst natural disaster in Hope, MI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 48628 was Flash Flood, which occurred on May 19, 2020. This event caused $100M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 48628?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $209.2M in property damage in the Hope, MI area (ZIP 48628). 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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