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54826 Comstock, WI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Comstock, WI (54826)

Government agency data shows 50 natural disaster events for ZIP 54826 in Comstock, WI. These include 32 hailstorms, 14 tornadoes, and 4 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $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 64% of all recorded events (32 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 7, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 14 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 28% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 19, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

Comstock has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $600K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 9, 2022.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Comstock was EF1 Tornado on Sep 13, 1993, which caused $550K in property damage. Another major event was 79 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Jul 19, 2011), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Comstock, WI (54826)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 54826 has experienced 50 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (32 events), tornadoes (14 events), and severe wind events (4 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 64% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 54826?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Comstock, WI, with 32 events documented.

Has Comstock (54826) ever been hit by a tornado?

Comstock has 14 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 $1.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 19, 2019.

What was the worst natural disaster in Comstock, WI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 54826 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Sep 13, 1993. This event caused $550K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 54826?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2M in property damage in the Comstock, WI area (ZIP 54826). 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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