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54486 Tigerton, WI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Tigerton, WI (54486)

Government agency data shows 35 natural disaster events for ZIP 54486 in Tigerton, WI. These include 21 hailstorms, 8 tornadoes, and 4 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $29.5M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 60% of all recorded events (21 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 29, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Tigerton has experienced 8 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 $3.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 15, 2022.

💨 Severe wind events

Tigerton has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $296K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 20, 2010.

🌊 Floods

Tigerton has experienced 2 floods on record. Of these, 2 (100%) 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 $26.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Mar 15, 2019.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Tigerton 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 Tigerton, WI (54486)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 54486 has experienced 35 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (21 events), tornadoes (8 events), severe wind events (4 events), and floods (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 60% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 54486?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Tigerton, WI, with 21 events documented.

Is ZIP code 54486 (Tigerton) prone to flooding?

Yes, Tigerton (ZIP 54486) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $26.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Mar 15, 2019.

Has Tigerton (54486) ever been hit by a tornado?

Tigerton has 8 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 $3.2M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 15, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Tigerton, WI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 54486 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 54486?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $29.5M in property damage in the Tigerton, WI area (ZIP 54486). 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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