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54736 Durand, WI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Durand, WI (54736)

Federal records document 64 natural disaster events in the Durand, WI area (ZIP 54736). These include 35 hailstorms, 12 tornadoes, and 9 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $33.2M. A total of 14 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 55% of all recorded events (35 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $1.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 19, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 12 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 19% of all disaster events. Of these, 3 (25%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $9.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 5, 2016.

🌊 Floods

Durand has experienced 9 floods on record. Of these, 8 (89%) 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 $16.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 11, 2016.

💨 Severe wind events

Durand has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $5.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 9, 2005.

❄️ Blizzards

Durand has experienced 1 blizzard on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $500K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 10, 2010.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Durand was Flood on Apr 1, 2001, which caused $10M in property damage. Another major event was 86 mph Thunderstorm Wind (May 19, 1996), causing $4.5M in damages. Flash Flood on Aug 11, 2016 also caused significant damage ($4.2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Durand, WI (54736)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 54736 has experienced 64 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (35 events), tornadoes (12 events), floods (9 events), severe wind events (7 events), and blizzard (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 55% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 54736?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Durand, WI, with 35 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.5M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 54736 (Durand) prone to flooding?

Yes, Durand (ZIP 54736) has 9 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $16.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 11, 2016.

Has Durand (54736) ever been hit by a tornado?

Durand has 12 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 $9.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 5, 2016.

What was the worst natural disaster in Durand, WI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 54736 was Flood, which occurred on Apr 1, 2001. This event caused $10M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 54736?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $33.2M in property damage in the Durand, WI area (ZIP 54736). 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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