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56164 Hatfield, MN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Hatfield, MN (56164)

Federal records document 161 natural disaster events in the Hatfield, MN area (ZIP 56164). These include 107 hailstorms, 28 floods, and 11 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $49.9M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Hatfield is hailstorms, with 107 recorded events making up 66% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 2 (2%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $5.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 21, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 28 recorded floods in this area, representing 17% of all disaster events. Of these, 19 (68%) 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 $40.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 21, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 11 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (45%) 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 $3.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 11, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

Hatfield has experienced 9 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $69K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 20, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Hatfield has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $554.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 13, 2001.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Hatfield was Flood on Jun 1, 2019, which caused $25M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jun 1, 2019), causing $13.2M in damages. 2" Hail on Jun 22, 1997 also caused significant damage ($5.1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Hatfield, MN (56164)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 56164 has experienced 161 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (107 events), floods (28 events), blizzards (11 events), severe wind events (9 events), and tornadoes (6 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 66% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 56164?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Hatfield, MN, with 107 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5.4M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 56164 (Hatfield) prone to flooding?

Yes, Hatfield (ZIP 56164) has 28 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $40.8M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 21, 2024.

Has Hatfield (56164) ever been hit by a tornado?

Hatfield has 6 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 $554.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 13, 2001.

What was the worst natural disaster in Hatfield, MN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 56164 was Flood, which occurred on Jun 1, 2019. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 56164?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $49.9M in property damage in the Hatfield, MN area (ZIP 56164). 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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