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53556 Lone Rock, WI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Lone Rock, WI (53556)

Lone Rock, WI (ZIP 53556) has a moderate disaster history with 42 recorded events. These include 27 hailstorms, 6 floods, and 4 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $9.9M. Across all recorded events, 2 deaths have been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 64% of all recorded events (27 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $200K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 15, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Lone Rock has experienced 6 floods on record. Of these, 3 (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 $9.5M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 24, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Lone Rock has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $100K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 28, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Lone Rock has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $77K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 18, 2005.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Lone Rock has experienced 2 extreme heat events on record. Heat-related events have caused a combined $8K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 2, 2012.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Lone Rock was Flash Flood on Aug 18, 2007, which caused $9.1M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jun 22, 2013), causing $291K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Lone Rock, WI (53556)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 53556 has experienced 42 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (27 events), floods (6 events), severe wind events (4 events), tornadoes (3 events), and extreme heat events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 64% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 53556?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Lone Rock, WI, with 27 events documented. These events have caused a combined $200K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 53556 (Lone Rock) prone to flooding?

Yes, Lone Rock (ZIP 53556) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $9.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 24, 2024.

Has Lone Rock (53556) ever been hit by a tornado?

Lone Rock has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $77K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 18, 2005.

What was the worst natural disaster in Lone Rock, WI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 53556 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Aug 18, 2007. This event caused $9.1M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 53556?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $9.9M in property damage in the Lone Rock, WI area (ZIP 53556). 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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