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51035 Marcus, IA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Marcus, IA (51035)

ZIP code 51035, covering Marcus, IA, has 95 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 61 hailstorms, 13 tornadoes, and 11 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $16.5M. A total of 4 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 61 recorded incidents (64% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $199K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 20, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 13 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $5.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Oct 4, 2013.

🌊 Floods

There have been 11 recorded floods in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. Of these, 10 (91%) 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 $10.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 21, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Marcus has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $95K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 29, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Marcus 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 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $42.7K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Nov 10, 1998.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Marcus was Flood on Mar 13, 2019, which caused $3.4M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Jun 7, 1984), causing $2.5M in damages. EF4 Tornado on Jun 23, 1952 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Marcus, IA (51035)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 51035 has experienced 95 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (61 events), tornadoes (13 events), floods (11 events), severe wind events (7 events), and blizzards (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 64% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 51035?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Marcus, IA, with 61 events documented. These events have caused a combined $199K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 51035 (Marcus) prone to flooding?

Yes, Marcus (ZIP 51035) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $10.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 21, 2024.

Has Marcus (51035) ever been hit by a tornado?

Marcus has 13 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 $5.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Oct 4, 2013.

What was the worst natural disaster in Marcus, IA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 51035 was Flood, which occurred on Mar 13, 2019. This event caused $3.4M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 51035?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $16.5M in property damage in the Marcus, IA area (ZIP 51035). 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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