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51010 Castana, IA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Castana, IA (51010)

Federal records document 63 natural disaster events in the Castana, IA area (ZIP 51010). These include 47 hailstorms, 7 tornadoes, and 6 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $30.6M. A total of 19 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 75% of all recorded events (47 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 8, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Castana has experienced 7 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 $445K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 26, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Castana has experienced 6 floods on record. Of these, 4 (67%) 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 $30.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 25, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Castana has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 9, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Castana has experienced 1 blizzard 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). The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 14, 2010.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Castana was Flood on Jul 16, 1996, which caused $28.5M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (May 5, 2007), causing $1.4M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Castana, IA (51010)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 51010 has experienced 63 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (47 events), tornadoes (7 events), floods (6 events), severe wind events (2 events), and blizzard (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 75% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 51010?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Castana, IA, with 47 events documented.

Is ZIP code 51010 (Castana) prone to flooding?

Yes, Castana (ZIP 51010) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $30.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 25, 2024.

Has Castana (51010) ever been hit by a tornado?

Castana has 7 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 $445K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 26, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Castana, IA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 51010 was Flood, which occurred on Jul 16, 1996. This event caused $28.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 51010?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $30.6M in property damage in the Castana, IA area (ZIP 51010). 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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