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49048 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (49048)

Federal records document 55 natural disaster events in the this area, area (ZIP 49048). These include 30 hailstorms, 9 floods, and 9 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $43.1M. A total of 29 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 55% of all recorded events (30 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $1.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 30, 2024.

🌊 Floods

this area has experienced 9 floods on record. Of these, 8 (89%) 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 $12.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 13, 2008.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 9 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (22%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 19, 2009.

❄️ Blizzards

this area has experienced 4 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $375K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 22, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

this area has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $25.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 16, 2024.

🌍 Earthquakes

this area has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on May 2, 2015.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was 100 mph Thunderstorm Wind on May 29, 2011, which caused $25M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Sep 13, 2008), causing $11M in damages. EF4 Tornado on Apr 2, 1977 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (49048)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 49048 has experienced 55 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (30 events), floods (9 events), tornadoes (9 events), blizzards (4 events), severe wind events (2 events), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 55% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 49048?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 30 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 49048 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 49048) has 9 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $12.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 13, 2008.

Has this area (49048) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 9 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $3.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 19, 2009.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 49048 was 100 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on May 29, 2011. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 49048?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $43.1M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 49048). 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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