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49410 Fountain, MI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Fountain, MI (49410)

Fountain, MI (ZIP 49410) has a moderate disaster history with 14 recorded events. These include 6 blizzards, 5 floods, and 3 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $8M.

❄️ Blizzards — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Fountain is blizzards, with 6 recorded events making up 43% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 6 (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 $725K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 1, 2019.

🌊 Floods

Fountain has experienced 5 floods on record. Of these, 5 (100%) 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 $7.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 20, 2019.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Fountain has experienced 3 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 3, 2012.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Fountain was Flood on Apr 17, 2013, which caused $3M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jun 13, 2008), causing $2.5M in damages. Flood on May 23, 2004 also caused significant damage ($1.2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Fountain, MI (49410)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 49410 has experienced 14 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (6 events), floods (5 events), and hailstorms (3 events). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 43% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 49410?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in Fountain, MI, with 6 events documented. These events have caused a combined $725K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 49410 (Fountain) prone to flooding?

Yes, Fountain (ZIP 49410) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $7.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 20, 2019.

What was the worst natural disaster in Fountain, MI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 49410 was Flood, which occurred on Apr 17, 2013. This event caused $3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 49410?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $8M in property damage in the Fountain, MI area (ZIP 49410). 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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