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54982 Wautoma, WI — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Wautoma, WI (54982)

Wautoma, WI (ZIP 54982) has a moderate disaster history with 49 recorded events. These include 37 hailstorms, 6 tornadoes, and 3 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $49.5M. A total of 8 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 76% of all recorded events (37 total). Of these, 2 (5%) 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 $28.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 10, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Wautoma has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $650K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 14, 2017.

🌊 Floods

Wautoma has experienced 3 floods 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 flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $20.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 12, 2017.

💨 Severe wind events

Wautoma has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 10, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Wautoma was 2.8" Hail on May 12, 2000, which caused $26M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jun 11, 2004), causing $20M in damages. 2.8" Hail on May 12, 2000 also caused significant damage ($1.8M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Wautoma, WI (54982)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 54982 has experienced 49 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (37 events), tornadoes (6 events), floods (3 events), and severe wind events (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 76% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 54982?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Wautoma, WI, with 37 events documented. These events have caused a combined $28.8M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 54982 (Wautoma) prone to flooding?

Yes, Wautoma (ZIP 54982) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $20.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 12, 2017.

Has Wautoma (54982) ever been hit by a tornado?

Wautoma 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 $650K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 14, 2017.

What was the worst natural disaster in Wautoma, WI?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 54982 was 2.8" Hail, which occurred on May 12, 2000. This event caused $26M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 54982?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $49.5M in property damage in the Wautoma, WI area (ZIP 54982). 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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