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53085 Sheboygan Falls, WI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Sheboygan Falls, WI (53085)

Sheboygan Falls, WI (ZIP 53085) has experienced 71 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 26 hailstorms, 17 floods, and 16 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $34.6M. These events have resulted in 5 recorded deaths and 24 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 26 recorded incidents (37% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. 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). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 7, 2021.

🌊 Floods

There have been 17 recorded floods in this area, representing 24% of all disaster events. Of these, 7 (41%) 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 $32.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 16, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 16 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 23% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (31%) 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 $110K in documented property damage. 4 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 12, 2024.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Sheboygan Falls has experienced 5 extreme cold events 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 $8K 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 Dec 21, 2008.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Sheboygan Falls has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 16, 2008.

💨 Severe wind events

Sheboygan Falls has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $430K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 17, 2017.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Sheboygan Falls was Flood on Jun 1, 2004, which caused $16M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jun 17, 1996), causing $15.8M in damages. Flash Flood on Jun 12, 2008 also caused significant damage ($702.3K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Sheboygan Falls, WI (53085)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 53085 has experienced 71 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (26 events), floods (17 events), blizzards (16 events), extreme cold events (5 events), tornadoes (4 events), severe wind events (2 events), and extreme heat event (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 53085?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Sheboygan Falls, WI, with 26 events documented.

Is ZIP code 53085 (Sheboygan Falls) prone to flooding?

Yes, Sheboygan Falls (ZIP 53085) has 17 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $32.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 16, 2025.

Has Sheboygan Falls (53085) ever been hit by a tornado?

Sheboygan Falls has 4 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $1.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 16, 2008.

What was the worst natural disaster in Sheboygan Falls, WI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 53085 was Flood, which occurred on Jun 1, 2004. This event caused $16M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 53085?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $34.6M in property damage in the Sheboygan Falls, WI area (ZIP 53085). 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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