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56039 Granada, MN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Granada, MN (56039)

ZIP code 56039, covering Granada, MN, has 68 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 55 hailstorms, 6 severe wind events, and 4 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $26.1M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Granada is hailstorms, with 55 recorded events making up 81% of the area's disaster history. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $152K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 16, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Granada has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Sep 20, 2018.

🌊 Floods

Granada has experienced 4 floods on record. Of these, 3 (75%) 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 $24.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 18, 2014.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Granada has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 20, 2018.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Granada has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 10, 2012.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Granada was Flood on Jun 12, 2010, which caused $20M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Sep 15, 2004), causing $4.3M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Sep 20, 2018 also caused significant damage ($1.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Granada, MN (56039)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 56039 has experienced 68 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (55 events), severe wind events (6 events), floods (4 events), tornadoes (2 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 81% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 56039?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Granada, MN, with 55 events documented. These events have caused a combined $152K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 56039 (Granada) prone to flooding?

Yes, Granada (ZIP 56039) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $24.4M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 18, 2014.

Has Granada (56039) ever been hit by a tornado?

Granada has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $1.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 20, 2018.

What was the worst natural disaster in Granada, MN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 56039 was Flood, which occurred on Jun 12, 2010. This event caused $20M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 56039?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $26.1M in property damage in the Granada, MN area (ZIP 56039). 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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