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53059 Neosho, WI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Neosho, WI (53059)

Federal records document 74 natural disaster events in the Neosho, WI area (ZIP 53059). These include 30 hailstorms, 16 blizzards, and 12 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $59.6M. These events have resulted in 6 recorded deaths and 19 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Neosho is hailstorms, with 30 recorded events making up 41% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $3.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 15, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 16 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 22% 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

There have been 12 recorded floods in this area, representing 16% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (42%) 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 $49.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 5, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Neosho has experienced 9 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 $6.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 18, 2006.

💨 Severe wind events

Neosho has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $576.6K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Nov 17, 2013.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Neosho 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 Neosho 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. Flash Flood on Jun 8, 2008 also caused significant damage ($8.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Neosho, WI (53059)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 53059 has experienced 74 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (30 events), blizzards (16 events), floods (12 events), tornadoes (9 events), severe wind events (4 events), and extreme cold events (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 41% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 53059?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Neosho, WI, with 30 events documented. These events have caused a combined $3.3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 53059 (Neosho) prone to flooding?

Yes, Neosho (ZIP 53059) has 12 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $49.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 5, 2024.

Has Neosho (53059) ever been hit by a tornado?

Neosho has 9 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 $6.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 18, 2006.

What was the worst natural disaster in Neosho, WI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 53059 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 53059?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $59.6M in property damage in the Neosho, WI area (ZIP 53059). 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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