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54859 Minong, WI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Minong, WI (54859)

Government agency data shows 42 natural disaster events for ZIP 54859 in Minong, WI. These include 29 hailstorms, 6 tornadoes, and 4 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $933.3K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 69% of all recorded events (29 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 26, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Minong has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $900.3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 27, 1994.

💨 Severe wind events

Minong has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 1, 2011.

🌊 Floods

Minong has experienced 3 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $33K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 12, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Minong was EF1 Tornado on Jun 27, 1994, which caused $550K in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Jun 30, 1968), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Minong, WI (54859)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 54859 has experienced 42 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (29 events), tornadoes (6 events), severe wind events (4 events), and floods (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 69% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 54859?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Minong, WI, with 29 events documented.

Is ZIP code 54859 (Minong) prone to flooding?

Yes, Minong (ZIP 54859) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $33K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 12, 2023.

Has Minong (54859) ever been hit by a tornado?

Minong has 6 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 $900.3K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 27, 1994.

What was the worst natural disaster in Minong, WI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 54859 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 27, 1994. 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 54859?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $933.3K in property damage in the Minong, WI area (ZIP 54859). 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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