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54128 Gresham, WI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Gresham, WI (54128)

Gresham, WI (ZIP 54128) has a moderate disaster history with 24 recorded events. These include 10 severe wind events, 6 hailstorms, and 5 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $28.6M. Across all recorded events, 1 death has been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

💨 Severe wind events — Most Frequent Hazard

With 10 recorded incidents (42% of all events), severe wind events are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Wind-related events have caused a combined $75K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 15, 2022.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Gresham has experienced 6 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 12, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Gresham has experienced 5 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 $2.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 23, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Gresham has experienced 3 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $26M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 20, 2019.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Gresham was Flood on Jun 16, 1996, which caused $26M in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Apr 27, 1984), causing $2.5M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Gresham, WI (54128)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 54128 has experienced 24 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include severe wind events (10 events), hailstorms (6 events), tornadoes (5 events), and floods (3 events). The primary hazard is severe wind events, which account for 42% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 54128?

Severe wind events are the most frequently recorded hazard in Gresham, WI, with 10 events documented. These events have caused a combined $75K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 54128 (Gresham) prone to flooding?

Yes, Gresham (ZIP 54128) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $26M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 20, 2019.

Has Gresham (54128) ever been hit by a tornado?

Gresham has 5 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 $2.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 23, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Gresham, WI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 54128 was Flood, which occurred on Jun 16, 1996. This event caused $26M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 54128?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $28.6M in property damage in the Gresham, WI area (ZIP 54128). 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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