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55968 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (55968)

Government agency data shows 49 natural disaster events for ZIP 55968 in this area, . These include 31 hailstorms, 7 floods, and 5 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.4M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 7 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 31 recorded incidents (63% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $59.1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 19, 2025.

🌊 Floods

this area has experienced 7 floods on record. Of these, 5 (71%) 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 $4.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 6, 2021.

💨 Severe wind events

this area has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $98.7K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 9, 2005.

❄️ Blizzards

this area has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (50%) 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 $150K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 5, 2025.

🥵 Extreme heat events

this area has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. Heat-related events have caused a combined $6K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 17, 2011.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 9, 1990.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was EF1 Tornado on Sep 9, 1990, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (May 1, 2001), causing $2.3M in damages. Flood on Apr 10, 2001 also caused significant damage ($2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (55968)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 55968 has experienced 49 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (31 events), floods (7 events), severe wind events (5 events), blizzards (4 events), extreme heat event (1 event), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 63% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 55968?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 31 events documented. These events have caused a combined $59.1K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 55968 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 55968) has 7 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $4.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 6, 2021.

Has this area (55968) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $2.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 9, 1990.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 55968 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Sep 9, 1990. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 55968?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.4M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 55968). 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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