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48738 Greenbush, MI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Greenbush, MI (48738)

Greenbush, MI (ZIP 48738) has a moderate disaster history with 23 recorded events. These include 14 hailstorms, 3 blizzards, and 3 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $308.5K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 14 recorded incidents (61% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $500 in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 16, 2018.

❄️ Blizzards

Greenbush 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 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $110K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 2, 2012.

🌊 Floods

Greenbush has experienced 3 floods 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 flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $148K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Oct 21, 2019.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Greenbush has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 17, 1992.

💨 Severe wind events

Greenbush has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 19, 1998.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Greenbush was Heavy Snow on Mar 2, 2012, which caused $100K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Greenbush, MI (48738)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 48738 has experienced 23 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (14 events), blizzards (3 events), floods (3 events), tornadoes (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 61% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 48738?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Greenbush, MI, with 14 events documented. These events have caused a combined $500 in property damage.

Is ZIP code 48738 (Greenbush) prone to flooding?

Yes, Greenbush (ZIP 48738) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $148K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Oct 21, 2019.

Has Greenbush (48738) ever been hit by a tornado?

Greenbush has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $50K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 17, 1992.

What was the worst natural disaster in Greenbush, MI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 48738 was Heavy Snow, which occurred on Mar 2, 2012. This event caused $100K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 48738?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $308.5K in property damage in the Greenbush, MI area (ZIP 48738). 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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