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55990 Wykoff, MN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Wykoff, MN (55990)

Federal records document 62 natural disaster events in the Wykoff, MN area (ZIP 55990). These include 35 hailstorms, 13 floods, and 5 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $18.2M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 20 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 56% of all recorded events (35 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $293.7K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 27, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 13 recorded floods in this area, representing 21% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (62%) 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 $11.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 22, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Wykoff has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (40%) 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 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $119K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Nov 5, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Wykoff has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. 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 $5.7M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 12, 2022.

💨 Severe wind events

Wykoff has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $239K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Nov 10, 1998.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Wykoff has experienced 1 extreme cold event 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 $5K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Dec 20, 2014.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Wykoff was Flood on Jun 8, 2008, which caused $3.9M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Sep 23, 2010), causing $3.5M in damages. Flash Flood on Jun 23, 2013 also caused significant damage ($3.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Wykoff, MN (55990)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 55990 has experienced 62 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (35 events), floods (13 events), blizzards (5 events), tornadoes (4 events), severe wind events (3 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 56% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 55990?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Wykoff, MN, with 35 events documented. These events have caused a combined $293.7K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 55990 (Wykoff) prone to flooding?

Yes, Wykoff (ZIP 55990) has 13 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $11.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 22, 2024.

Has Wykoff (55990) ever been hit by a tornado?

Wykoff has 4 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 $5.7M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 12, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Wykoff, MN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 55990 was Flood, which occurred on Jun 8, 2008. This event caused $3.9M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 55990?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $18.2M in property damage in the Wykoff, MN area (ZIP 55990). 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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