Becker, MN (ZIP 55308) has experienced 91 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 84 hailstorms, 4 severe wind events, and 3 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $45.9M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.
Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 92% of all recorded events (84 total). Of these, 6 (7%) 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 $25.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 28, 2025.
Becker has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $20M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 11, 2008.
Becker has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 6, 2017.
The most significant disaster event on record for Becker was 1.5" Hail on Sep 21, 2005, which caused $25M in property damage. Another major event was 109 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Jul 1, 1997), causing $20M in damages. 3" Hail on Sep 21, 2005 also caused significant damage ($800K).
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 55308 has experienced 91 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (84 events), severe wind events (4 events), and tornadoes (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 92% of all recorded events.
Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Becker, MN, with 84 events documented. These events have caused a combined $25.9M in property damage.
Becker has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 6, 2017.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 55308 was 1.5" Hail, which occurred on Sep 21, 2005. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.
Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $45.9M in property damage in the Becker, MN area (ZIP 55308). 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 →