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51467 Westside, IA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Westside, IA (51467)

ZIP code 51467, covering Westside, IA, has 110 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 38 blizzards, 31 hailstorms, and 29 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $35.1M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

❄️ Blizzards — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Westside is blizzards, with 38 recorded events making up 35% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 19 (50%) 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 $5.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 1, 2015.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 31 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 28% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $416K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 15, 2024.

🌊 Floods

There have been 29 recorded floods in this area, representing 26% of all disaster events. Of these, 17 (59%) 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 $21.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 27, 2010.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Westside has experienced 8 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 $3.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Dec 15, 2021.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Westside has experienced 3 extreme cold events on record. Of these, 3 (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 $4.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 11, 2012.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Westside has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. Heat-related events have caused a combined $135K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 15, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Westside was Flood on Jun 12, 2010, which caused $20M in property damage. Another major event was Frost/Freeze (Oct 10, 2009), causing $2.5M in damages. EF3 Tornado on Apr 26, 1991 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Westside, IA (51467)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 51467 has experienced 110 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (38 events), hailstorms (31 events), floods (29 events), tornadoes (8 events), extreme cold events (3 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 35% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 51467?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in Westside, IA, with 38 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5.3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 51467 (Westside) prone to flooding?

Yes, Westside (ZIP 51467) has 29 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $21.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 27, 2010.

Has Westside (51467) ever been hit by a tornado?

Westside has 8 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 $3.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Dec 15, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Westside, IA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 51467 was Flood, which occurred on Jun 12, 2010. This event caused $20M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 51467?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $35.1M in property damage in the Westside, IA area (ZIP 51467). 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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