⚠️ This is an independent informational resource. Data is provided for informational purposes only. Full disclaimer →

55976 Stewartville, MN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Stewartville, MN (55976)

ZIP code 55976, covering Stewartville, MN, has 139 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 64 hailstorms, 33 blizzards, and 16 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $34.4M. These events have resulted in 14 recorded deaths and 116 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Stewartville is hailstorms, with 64 recorded events making up 46% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $224.3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 27, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 33 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 24% of all disaster events. Of these, 16 (48%) 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 $1.3M in documented property damage. 7 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Nov 28, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 16 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $205K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 28, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 11 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $28.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Dec 15, 2021.

🌊 Floods

Stewartville has experienced 6 floods 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 flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $4.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 22, 2024.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Stewartville has experienced 5 extreme cold events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $55K in documented property damage. 5 fatalities have been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 24, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Stewartville was EF2 Tornado on Apr 30, 1967, which caused $25M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Sep 23, 2010), causing $3.5M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Jul 3, 1979 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

📍 Nearby ZIP Codes

Explore disaster history for adjacent areas

Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Stewartville, MN (55976)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 55976 has experienced 139 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (64 events), blizzards (33 events), severe wind events (16 events), tornadoes (11 events), floods (6 events), extreme cold events (5 events), and extreme heat events (4 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 46% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 55976?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Stewartville, MN, with 64 events documented. These events have caused a combined $224.3K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 55976 (Stewartville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Stewartville (ZIP 55976) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $4.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 22, 2024.

Has Stewartville (55976) ever been hit by a tornado?

Stewartville has 11 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 $28.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Dec 15, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Stewartville, MN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 55976 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 30, 1967. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 55976?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $34.4M in property damage in the Stewartville, MN area (ZIP 55976). 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 →

Facebook WhatsApp Report Issue