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53078 Rubicon, WI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Rubicon, WI (53078)

ZIP code 53078, covering Rubicon, WI, has 81 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 37 hailstorms, 14 floods, and 12 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $38.1M. These events have resulted in 10 recorded deaths and 61 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 46% of all recorded events (37 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $9.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 15, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 14 recorded floods in this area, representing 17% of all disaster events. Of these, 7 (50%) 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 $22.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 5, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 12 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 15% of all disaster events. 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 $5.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 18, 2006.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 11 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Of these, 6 (55%) 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 $67K in documented property damage. 9 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 12, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Rubicon has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $476.6K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Nov 17, 2013.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Rubicon has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $2K 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 Mar 3, 2010.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Rubicon was Flood on Jun 1, 2004, which caused $9M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jun 8, 2008), causing $8.5M in damages. 1.8" Hail on Apr 13, 2006 also caused significant damage ($4.4M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Rubicon, WI (53078)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 53078 has experienced 81 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (37 events), floods (14 events), tornadoes (12 events), blizzards (11 events), severe wind events (5 events), and extreme cold events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 46% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 53078?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Rubicon, WI, with 37 events documented. These events have caused a combined $9.7M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 53078 (Rubicon) prone to flooding?

Yes, Rubicon (ZIP 53078) has 14 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $22.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 5, 2024.

Has Rubicon (53078) ever been hit by a tornado?

Rubicon has 12 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 $5.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 18, 2006.

What was the worst natural disaster in Rubicon, WI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 53078 was Flood, which occurred on Jun 1, 2004. This event caused $9M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 53078?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $38.1M in property damage in the Rubicon, WI area (ZIP 53078). 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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