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50633 Geneva, IA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Geneva, IA (50633)

ZIP code 50633, covering Geneva, IA, has 158 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 50 blizzards, 50 hailstorms, and 37 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $19.3M. A total of 7 injuries have been reported across all events.

❄️ Blizzards — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Geneva is blizzards, with 50 recorded events making up 32% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 22 (44%) 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 $2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 1, 2015.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 50 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 32% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $464K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 16, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 37 recorded floods in this area, representing 23% of all disaster events. Of these, 23 (62%) 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 $3.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 23, 2016.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Geneva has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. Of these, 3 (30%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $5.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Dec 15, 2021.

💨 Severe wind events

Geneva has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $475K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 2, 2018.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Geneva has experienced 4 extreme cold events on record. Of these, 4 (100%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 11, 2012.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Geneva was Frost/Freeze on Sep 15, 2011, which caused $2.7M in property damage. Another major event was Frost/Freeze (Oct 10, 2009), causing $2.5M in damages. EF3 Tornado on Jun 28, 1990 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Geneva, IA (50633)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 50633 has experienced 158 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (50 events), hailstorms (50 events), floods (37 events), tornadoes (10 events), severe wind events (6 events), extreme cold events (4 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 32% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 50633?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in Geneva, IA, with 50 events documented. These events have caused a combined $2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 50633 (Geneva) prone to flooding?

Yes, Geneva (ZIP 50633) has 37 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 23, 2016.

Has Geneva (50633) ever been hit by a tornado?

Geneva has 10 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $5.9M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Dec 15, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Geneva, IA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 50633 was Frost/Freeze, which occurred on Sep 15, 2011. This event caused $2.7M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 50633?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $19.3M in property damage in the Geneva, IA area (ZIP 50633). 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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