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54460 Owen, WI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Owen, WI (54460)

Government agency data shows 35 natural disaster events for ZIP 54460 in Owen, WI. These include 17 hailstorms, 7 blizzards, and 5 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.1M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 5 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 17 recorded incidents (49% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $61.8K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 25, 2018.

❄️ Blizzards

Owen has experienced 7 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (29%) 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 $141K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 29, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Owen has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $613K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 17, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Owen has experienced 3 floods on record. Of these, 2 (67%) 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 $1.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 4, 2018.

💨 Severe wind events

Owen has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $85.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Sep 2, 2002.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Owen was Flash Flood on Sep 6, 2015, which caused $1.1M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (May 21, 2024), causing $288K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Owen, WI (54460)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 54460 has experienced 35 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (17 events), blizzards (7 events), tornadoes (5 events), floods (3 events), and severe wind events (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 49% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 54460?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Owen, WI, with 17 events documented. These events have caused a combined $61.8K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 54460 (Owen) prone to flooding?

Yes, Owen (ZIP 54460) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 4, 2018.

Has Owen (54460) ever been hit by a tornado?

Owen has 5 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $613K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 17, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Owen, WI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 54460 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Sep 6, 2015. This event caused $1.1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 54460?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.1M in property damage in the Owen, WI area (ZIP 54460). 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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