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49960 Rockland, MI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Rockland, MI (49960)

Rockland, MI (ZIP 49960) has a moderate disaster history with 23 recorded events. These include 12 blizzards, 7 hailstorms, and 4 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $18.2M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 2 injuries.

❄️ Blizzards — Most Frequent Hazard

With 12 recorded incidents (52% of all events), blizzards are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 2 (17%) 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 $217K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 2, 2024.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Rockland has experienced 7 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 18, 2022.

🌊 Floods

Rockland has experienced 4 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $18M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 4, 2022.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Rockland was Flood on Apr 14, 2002, which caused $18M in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Rockland, MI (49960)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 49960 has experienced 23 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (12 events), hailstorms (7 events), and floods (4 events). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 52% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 49960?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in Rockland, MI, with 12 events documented. These events have caused a combined $217K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 49960 (Rockland) prone to flooding?

Yes, Rockland (ZIP 49960) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $18M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 4, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Rockland, MI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 49960 was Flood, which occurred on Apr 14, 2002. This event caused $18M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 49960?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $18.2M in property damage in the Rockland, MI area (ZIP 49960). 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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