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53050 Mayville, WI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Mayville, WI (53050)

Federal records document 95 natural disaster events in the Mayville, WI area (ZIP 53050). These include 35 hailstorms, 23 tornadoes, and 16 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $50.9M. These events have resulted in 7 recorded deaths and 36 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Mayville is hailstorms, with 35 recorded events making up 37% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 15, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 23 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 24% of all disaster events. Of these, 3 (13%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $12.7M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 15, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 16 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 17% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (25%) 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 $217K in documented property damage. 5 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 2, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Mayville has experienced 10 floods on record. Of these, 2 (20%) 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 $34M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 8, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Mayville has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. 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 $4.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 12, 2017.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Mayville has experienced 3 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $12K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 21, 2014.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Mayville was Flood on Jun 1, 2004, which caused $22.8M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jun 17, 1996), causing $11.1M in damages. 128 mph Thunderstorm Wind on May 31, 1998 also caused significant damage ($3.7M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Mayville, WI (53050)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 53050 has experienced 95 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (35 events), tornadoes (23 events), blizzards (16 events), floods (10 events), severe wind events (7 events), extreme cold events (3 events), and wildfire (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 37% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 53050?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mayville, WI, with 35 events documented. These events have caused a combined $3K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 53050 (Mayville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Mayville (ZIP 53050) has 10 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $34M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 8, 2025.

Has Mayville (53050) ever been hit by a tornado?

Mayville has 23 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 $12.7M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 15, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Mayville, WI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 53050 was Flood, which occurred on Jun 1, 2004. This event caused $22.8M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 53050?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $50.9M in property damage in the Mayville, WI area (ZIP 53050). 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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