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54628 Ferryville, WI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Ferryville, WI (54628)

Federal records document 77 natural disaster events in the Ferryville, WI area (ZIP 54628). These include 34 floods, 28 hailstorms, and 6 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $53.2M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 2 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 34 recorded incidents (44% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 20 (59%) 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 $51.2M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 1, 2024.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 28 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 36% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $1.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 22, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Ferryville has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $400K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Sep 4, 2012.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Ferryville has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $497.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 27, 2009.

❄️ Blizzards

Ferryville has experienced 2 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $2.3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 24, 2010.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Ferryville has experienced 2 extreme heat events on record. Heat-related events have caused a combined $12K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 17, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Ferryville was Flash Flood on Aug 18, 2007, which caused $20.5M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Aug 28, 2018), causing $8.6M in damages. Flash Flood on Jun 22, 2013 also caused significant damage ($6.4M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Ferryville, WI (54628)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 54628 has experienced 77 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (34 events), hailstorms (28 events), severe wind events (6 events), tornadoes (5 events), blizzards (2 events), and extreme heat events (2 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 44% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 54628?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Ferryville, WI, with 34 events documented. These events have caused a combined $51.2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 54628 (Ferryville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Ferryville (ZIP 54628) has 34 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $51.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 1, 2024.

Has Ferryville (54628) ever been hit by a tornado?

Ferryville 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 $497.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 27, 2009.

What was the worst natural disaster in Ferryville, WI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 54628 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Aug 18, 2007. This event caused $20.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 54628?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $53.2M in property damage in the Ferryville, WI area (ZIP 54628). 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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