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49690 Williamsburg, MI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Williamsburg, MI (49690)

Williamsburg, MI (ZIP 49690) has a moderate disaster history with 30 recorded events. These include 16 hailstorms, 4 floods, and 4 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $21.3M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Williamsburg is hailstorms, with 16 recorded events making up 53% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 21, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Williamsburg has experienced 4 floods on record. Of these, 2 (50%) 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 $357K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 18, 2020.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Williamsburg has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $275K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 31, 1998.

❄️ Blizzards

Williamsburg has experienced 3 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $5.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 24, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

Williamsburg has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 31, 1998.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Williamsburg 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 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $15M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 27, 2012.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Williamsburg was Frost/Freeze on Apr 27, 2012, which caused $15M in property damage. Another major event was Heavy Snow (Mar 2, 2012), causing $5.6M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Williamsburg, MI (49690)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 49690 has experienced 30 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (16 events), floods (4 events), tornadoes (4 events), blizzards (3 events), severe wind events (2 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 53% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 49690?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Williamsburg, MI, with 16 events documented.

Is ZIP code 49690 (Williamsburg) prone to flooding?

Yes, Williamsburg (ZIP 49690) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $357K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 18, 2020.

Has Williamsburg (49690) ever been hit by a tornado?

Williamsburg has 4 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 $275K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 31, 1998.

What was the worst natural disaster in Williamsburg, MI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 49690 was Frost/Freeze, which occurred on Apr 27, 2012. This event caused $15M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 49690?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $21.3M in property damage in the Williamsburg, MI area (ZIP 49690). 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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