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51025 Holstein, IA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Holstein, IA (51025)

Federal records document 78 natural disaster events in the Holstein, IA area (ZIP 51025). These include 58 hailstorms, 9 tornadoes, and 6 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $16.3M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 74% of all recorded events (58 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $468K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 15, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Holstein has experienced 9 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 $5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Dec 15, 2021.

🌊 Floods

Holstein has experienced 6 floods on record. Of these, 6 (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 $10.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 21, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Holstein has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $30K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 12, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

Holstein has experienced 2 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 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $32.7K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Nov 10, 1998.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Holstein was Flood on Mar 13, 2019, which caused $4.2M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Jun 7, 1984), causing $2.5M in damages. Flood on Jun 21, 2024 also caused significant damage ($2.4M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Holstein, IA (51025)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 51025 has experienced 78 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (58 events), tornadoes (9 events), floods (6 events), severe wind events (3 events), and blizzards (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 74% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 51025?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Holstein, IA, with 58 events documented. These events have caused a combined $468K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 51025 (Holstein) prone to flooding?

Yes, Holstein (ZIP 51025) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $10.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 21, 2024.

Has Holstein (51025) ever been hit by a tornado?

Holstein has 9 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 $5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Dec 15, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Holstein, IA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 51025 was Flood, which occurred on Mar 13, 2019. This event caused $4.2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 51025?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $16.3M in property damage in the Holstein, IA area (ZIP 51025). 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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