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54963 Omro, WI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Omro, WI (54963)

Omro, WI (ZIP 54963) has experienced 56 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 34 hailstorms, 8 floods, and 6 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $42.6M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 88 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Omro is hailstorms, with 34 recorded events making up 61% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $10.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 7, 2021.

🌊 Floods

Omro has experienced 8 floods on record. Of these, 3 (38%) 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 $24.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 1, 2019.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Omro has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Of these, 3 (50%) 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 $8M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 6, 1994.

💨 Severe wind events

Omro has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 28, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Omro 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). 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 23, 2019.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Omro has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 23, 1999.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Omro was Flash Flood on Jun 12, 2008, which caused $23.1M in property damage. Another major event was 2" Hail (May 12, 2000), causing $10.4M in damages. EF4 Tornado on Apr 27, 1984 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Omro, WI (54963)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 54963 has experienced 56 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (34 events), floods (8 events), tornadoes (6 events), severe wind events (6 events), blizzard (1 event), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 61% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 54963?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Omro, WI, with 34 events documented. These events have caused a combined $10.4M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 54963 (Omro) prone to flooding?

Yes, Omro (ZIP 54963) has 8 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $24.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 1, 2019.

Has Omro (54963) ever been hit by a tornado?

Omro has 6 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 $8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 6, 1994.

What was the worst natural disaster in Omro, WI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 54963 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jun 12, 2008. This event caused $23.1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 54963?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $42.6M in property damage in the Omro, WI area (ZIP 54963). 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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