Federal records document 72 natural disaster events in the Jackson, MI area (ZIP 49201). These include 37 hailstorms, 15 tornadoes, and 9 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $11M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 15 injuries.
Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 51% of all recorded events (37 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 $670K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 30, 2025.
There have been 15 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 21% 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 $5.3M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 31, 2006.
Jackson has experienced 9 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $3.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 22, 2023.
Jackson has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $160K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 30, 2025.
Jackson 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 $1.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 25, 2011.
The most significant disaster event on record for Jackson was EF3 Tornado on Jun 15, 1982, which caused $2.5M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was Flood (May 21, 2004), causing $1.2M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Jul 20, 2003 also caused significant damage ($1.2M).
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 49201 has experienced 72 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (37 events), tornadoes (15 events), blizzards (9 events), severe wind events (6 events), and floods (5 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 51% of all recorded events.
Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Jackson, MI, with 37 events documented. These events have caused a combined $670K in property damage.
Yes, Jackson (ZIP 49201) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 25, 2011.
Jackson has 15 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 $5.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 31, 2006.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 49201 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 15, 1982. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 4/5.
Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $11M in property damage in the Jackson, MI area (ZIP 49201). 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 →