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49316 Dutton, MI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Dutton, MI (49316)

Government agency data shows 50 natural disaster events for ZIP 49316 in Dutton, MI. These include 24 hailstorms, 9 tornadoes, and 7 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $23.5M. A total of 10 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Dutton is hailstorms, with 24 recorded events making up 48% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $965K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 23, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Dutton has experienced 9 tornadoes on record. 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 $7.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 15, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Dutton has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $170K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 30, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Dutton has experienced 5 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $6.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 5, 2019.

🌊 Floods

Dutton has experienced 4 floods on record. Of these, 3 (75%) 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 $8.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 17, 2013.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Dutton has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $150K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 1, 1996.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Dutton was Ice Storm on Feb 5, 2019, which caused $5M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Apr 17, 2013), causing $5M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Jul 6, 2014 also caused significant damage ($4.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Dutton, MI (49316)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 49316 has experienced 50 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (24 events), tornadoes (9 events), severe wind events (7 events), blizzards (5 events), floods (4 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 48% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 49316?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Dutton, MI, with 24 events documented. These events have caused a combined $965K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 49316 (Dutton) prone to flooding?

Yes, Dutton (ZIP 49316) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $8.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 17, 2013.

Has Dutton (49316) ever been hit by a tornado?

Dutton has 9 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 $7.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 15, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Dutton, MI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 49316 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Feb 5, 2019. 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 49316?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $23.5M in property damage in the Dutton, MI area (ZIP 49316). 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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