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52348 Vining, IA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Vining, IA (52348)

Federal records document 73 natural disaster events in the Vining, IA area (ZIP 52348). These include 45 blizzards, 14 floods, and 5 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $12.8M.

❄️ Blizzards — Primary Hazard

Blizzards represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 62% of all recorded events (45 total). Of these, 21 (47%) 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 $5.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 1, 2015.

🌊 Floods

There have been 14 recorded floods in this area, representing 19% of all disaster events. Of these, 11 (79%) 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 $1.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 27, 2009.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Vining has experienced 5 hailstorms on record. Hail-related events have caused a combined $505K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 4, 2023.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Vining 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.

💨 Severe wind events

Vining has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 10, 2020.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Vining has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $252.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 29, 1983.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Vining was Heavy Snow on Oct 26, 1997, which caused $3.2M in property damage. Another major event was Frost/Freeze (Oct 10, 2009), causing $2.5M in damages. Frost/Freeze on Apr 11, 2012 also caused significant damage ($1.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Vining, IA (52348)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 52348 has experienced 73 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include blizzards (45 events), floods (14 events), hailstorms (5 events), extreme cold events (3 events), severe wind events (3 events), tornadoes (2 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is blizzards, which account for 62% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 52348?

Blizzards are the most frequently recorded hazard in Vining, IA, with 45 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5.9M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 52348 (Vining) prone to flooding?

Yes, Vining (ZIP 52348) has 14 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 27, 2009.

Has Vining (52348) ever been hit by a tornado?

Vining has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $252.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 29, 1983.

What was the worst natural disaster in Vining, IA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 52348 was Heavy Snow, which occurred on Oct 26, 1997. This event caused $3.2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 52348?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $12.8M in property damage in the Vining, IA area (ZIP 52348). 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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