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56231 Danvers, MN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Danvers, MN (56231)

Government agency data shows 45 natural disaster events for ZIP 56231 in Danvers, MN. These include 23 hailstorms, 15 tornadoes, and 6 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $11.7M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 7 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 23 recorded incidents (51% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 28, 2021.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 15 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 33% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $10.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 28, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Danvers has experienced 6 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $850K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 12, 2022.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Danvers has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 18, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Danvers was EF2 Tornado on Jun 11, 2001, which caused $10M in property damage. Another major event was 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Jul 1, 1997), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Danvers, MN (56231)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 56231 has experienced 45 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (23 events), tornadoes (15 events), severe wind events (6 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 51% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 56231?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Danvers, MN, with 23 events documented. These events have caused a combined $20K in property damage.

Has Danvers (56231) ever been hit by a tornado?

Danvers has 15 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 $10.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 28, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Danvers, MN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 56231 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 11, 2001. This event caused $10M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 56231?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $11.7M in property damage in the Danvers, MN area (ZIP 56231). 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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