Phillips, WI (ZIP 54555) has experienced 70 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 49 hailstorms, 11 tornadoes, and 7 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $27M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 18 injuries.
Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 70% of all recorded events (49 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 18, 2024.
There have been 11 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 16% of all disaster events. 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 $26.3M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 22, 2011.
Phillips has experienced 7 floods on record. Of these, 3 (43%) 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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $181K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 22, 2024.
Phillips has experienced 2 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on May 28, 2023.
Phillips has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $500K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 30, 1999.
The most significant disaster event on record for Phillips was EF3 Tornado on Jun 8, 1985, which caused $25M in property damage and was linked to 2 fatalities. Another major event was 87 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Jul 30, 1999), causing $500K in damages.
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 54555 has experienced 70 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (49 events), tornadoes (11 events), floods (7 events), wildfires (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 70% of all recorded events.
Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Phillips, WI, with 49 events documented.
Yes, Phillips (ZIP 54555) has 7 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $181K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 22, 2024.
Phillips has 11 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 $26.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 22, 2011.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 54555 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 8, 1985. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It resulted in 2 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 4/5.
Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $27M in property damage in the Phillips, WI area (ZIP 54555). 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 →