ZIP code 52625, covering Donnellson, IA, has 112 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 61 hailstorms, 16 floods, and 15 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $34.9M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 2 injuries.
Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 54% of all recorded events (61 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $23.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 7, 2024.
There have been 16 recorded floods in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Of these, 12 (75%) 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 $3.5M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 7, 2014.
There have been 15 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 13% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Wind-related events have caused a combined $3.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 3, 2025.
There have been 14 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 13% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 16, 2024.
Donnellson has experienced 5 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 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $247K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 24, 2007.
Donnellson has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on May 3, 2005.
The most significant disaster event on record for Donnellson was 2" Hail on May 8, 2003, which caused $15M in property damage. Another major event was 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Jul 18, 2003), causing $3.5M in damages. Frost/Freeze on May 3, 2005 also caused significant damage ($2M).
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 52625 has experienced 112 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (61 events), floods (16 events), severe wind events (15 events), tornadoes (14 events), blizzards (5 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 54% of all recorded events.
Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Donnellson, IA, with 61 events documented. These events have caused a combined $23.7M in property damage.
Yes, Donnellson (ZIP 52625) has 16 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 7, 2014.
Donnellson has 14 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 $1.9M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 16, 2024.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 52625 was 2" Hail, which occurred on May 8, 2003. This event caused $15M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.
Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $34.9M in property damage in the Donnellson, IA area (ZIP 52625). 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 →