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48819 Dansville, MI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Dansville, MI (48819)

Dansville, MI (ZIP 48819) has a moderate disaster history with 30 recorded events. These include 10 hailstorms, 8 blizzards, and 7 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $101.1M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 4 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 10 recorded incidents (33% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $45K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 15, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Dansville has experienced 8 blizzards on record. Of these, 8 (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 $6.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 22, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Dansville has experienced 7 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $92.6M in documented property damage. 4 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 24, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Dansville has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $525K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 24, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Dansville has experienced 2 floods 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 $1.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 21, 2004.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Dansville was EF2 Tornado on Aug 24, 2023, which caused $75M in property damage and was linked to 2 fatalities. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Oct 18, 2007), causing $15M in damages. Ice Storm on Dec 21, 2013 also caused significant damage ($5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Dansville, MI (48819)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 48819 has experienced 30 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (10 events), blizzards (8 events), tornadoes (7 events), severe wind events (3 events), and floods (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 33% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 48819?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Dansville, MI, with 10 events documented. These events have caused a combined $45K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 48819 (Dansville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Dansville (ZIP 48819) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 21, 2004.

Has Dansville (48819) ever been hit by a tornado?

Dansville has 7 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 $92.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 24, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Dansville, MI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 48819 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Aug 24, 2023. This event caused $75M in documented property damage. It resulted in 2 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 48819?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $101.1M in property damage in the Dansville, MI area (ZIP 48819). 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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