Monticello, MN (ZIP 55362) has experienced 151 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 136 hailstorms, 7 tornadoes, and 7 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $77.4M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 1 injury.
Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 90% of all recorded events (136 total). Of these, 6 (4%) 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 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $25.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 13, 2024.
Monticello has experienced 7 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $31.4M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 17, 2010.
Monticello has experienced 7 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 May 30, 2022.
Monticello has experienced 1 flood 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 $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 23, 2013.
The most significant disaster event on record for Monticello was EF2 Tornado on Sep 16, 2006, which caused $30M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was 1.5" Hail (Sep 21, 2005), causing $25M in damages. 109 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Jul 1, 1997 also caused significant damage ($20M).
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 55362 has experienced 151 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (136 events), tornadoes (7 events), severe wind events (7 events), and flood (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 90% of all recorded events.
Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Monticello, MN, with 136 events documented. These events have caused a combined $25.9M in property damage.
Yes, Monticello (ZIP 55362) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $50K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 23, 2013.
Monticello has 7 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 $31.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 17, 2010.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 55362 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Sep 16, 2006. This event caused $30M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 3/5.
Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $77.4M in property damage in the Monticello, MN area (ZIP 55362). 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 →