Frankenmuth, MI (ZIP 48734) has a moderate disaster history with 45 recorded events. These include 13 hailstorms, 11 tornadoes, and 6 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $21.4M. A total of 29 injuries have been reported across all events.
Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 29% of all recorded events (13 total). 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). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 14, 2021.
There have been 11 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 24% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $7.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 22, 2015.
Frankenmuth has experienced 6 blizzards on record. Of these, 4 (67%) 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 $6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 1, 2019.
Frankenmuth has experienced 5 floods on record. Of these, 4 (80%) 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 $5.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 25, 2019.
Frankenmuth has experienced 4 extreme heat events on record. Of these, 4 (100%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 14, 2013.
Frankenmuth has experienced 3 extreme cold events on record. Of these, 3 (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 $1.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 27, 2012.
The most significant disaster event on record for Frankenmuth was EF3 Tornado on Jun 21, 1996, which caused $5M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (May 25, 2019), causing $4.2M in damages. Ice Storm on Dec 21, 2013 also caused significant damage ($3M).
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 48734 has experienced 45 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (13 events), tornadoes (11 events), blizzards (6 events), floods (5 events), extreme heat events (4 events), extreme cold events (3 events), and severe wind events (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 29% of all recorded events.
Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Frankenmuth, MI, with 13 events documented.
Yes, Frankenmuth (ZIP 48734) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $5.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 25, 2019.
Frankenmuth has 11 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $7.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 22, 2015.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 48734 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 21, 1996. This event caused $5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.
Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $21.4M in property damage in the Frankenmuth, MI area (ZIP 48734). 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 →