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52052 Guttenberg, IA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Guttenberg, IA (52052)

ZIP code 52052, covering Guttenberg, IA, has 122 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 62 hailstorms, 37 floods, and 10 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $59.9M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 3 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Guttenberg is hailstorms, with 62 recorded events making up 51% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $111.1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 18, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 37 recorded floods in this area, representing 30% of all disaster events. Of these, 24 (65%) 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 $56.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 10, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Guttenberg has experienced 10 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $200K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 15, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Guttenberg has experienced 6 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 $2.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Dec 23, 2015.

❄️ Blizzards

Guttenberg has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (40%) 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 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $74.5K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 16, 2021.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Guttenberg has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. Heat-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 17, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Guttenberg was Flash Flood on Jul 21, 2017, which caused $12.2M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jul 21, 2017), causing $8.5M in damages. Flash Flood on Jul 27, 2011 also caused significant damage ($7M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Guttenberg, IA (52052)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 52052 has experienced 122 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (62 events), floods (37 events), severe wind events (10 events), tornadoes (6 events), blizzards (5 events), extreme heat event (1 event), and wildfire (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 51% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 52052?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Guttenberg, IA, with 62 events documented. These events have caused a combined $111.1K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 52052 (Guttenberg) prone to flooding?

Yes, Guttenberg (ZIP 52052) has 37 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $56.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 10, 2025.

Has Guttenberg (52052) ever been hit by a tornado?

Guttenberg has 6 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 $2.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Dec 23, 2015.

What was the worst natural disaster in Guttenberg, IA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 52052 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jul 21, 2017. This event caused $12.2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 52052?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $59.9M in property damage in the Guttenberg, IA area (ZIP 52052). 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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