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54944 Hortonville, WI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Hortonville, WI (54944)

ZIP code 54944, covering Hortonville, WI, has 111 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 83 hailstorms, 14 tornadoes, and 8 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $53.7M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 11 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 83 recorded incidents (75% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 2 (2%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 12, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 14 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 13% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (14%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $20.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 20, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

Hortonville has experienced 8 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $5.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 6, 2013.

❄️ Blizzards

Hortonville has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (67%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $280K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 9, 2020.

🌊 Floods

Hortonville has experienced 3 floods on record. Of these, 3 (100%) 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 $27.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 13, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Hortonville was Flood on Jun 16, 1996, which caused $27M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Aug 6, 2013), causing $10M in damages. 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Sep 2, 2011 also caused significant damage ($5.3M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Hortonville, WI (54944)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 54944 has experienced 111 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (83 events), tornadoes (14 events), severe wind events (8 events), blizzards (3 events), and floods (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 75% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 54944?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Hortonville, WI, with 83 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 54944 (Hortonville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Hortonville (ZIP 54944) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $27.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 13, 2024.

Has Hortonville (54944) ever been hit by a tornado?

Hortonville has 14 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $20.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 20, 2019.

What was the worst natural disaster in Hortonville, WI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 54944 was Flood, which occurred on Jun 16, 1996. This event caused $27M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 54944?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $53.7M in property damage in the Hortonville, WI area (ZIP 54944). 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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