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48842 Holt, MI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Holt, MI (48842)

ZIP code 48842, covering Holt, MI, has 52 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 30 hailstorms, 10 tornadoes, and 8 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $22.4M. Across all recorded events, 1 death has been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 58% of all recorded events (30 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $350K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 20, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Holt has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $8.6M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 8, 2008.

❄️ Blizzards

Holt 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.

🌊 Floods

Holt 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 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $6.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 17, 2013.

💨 Severe wind events

Holt has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $500K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 29, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Holt was Ice Storm on Dec 21, 2013, which caused $5M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Apr 17, 2013), causing $5M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Sep 9, 2001 also caused significant damage ($5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Holt, MI (48842)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 48842 has experienced 52 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (30 events), tornadoes (10 events), blizzards (8 events), floods (3 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 58% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 48842?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Holt, MI, with 30 events documented. These events have caused a combined $350K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 48842 (Holt) prone to flooding?

Yes, Holt (ZIP 48842) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $6.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 17, 2013.

Has Holt (48842) ever been hit by a tornado?

Holt has 10 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 $8.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 8, 2008.

What was the worst natural disaster in Holt, MI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 48842 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Dec 21, 2013. This event caused $5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 48842?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $22.4M in property damage in the Holt, MI area (ZIP 48842). 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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