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56334 Glenwood, MN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Glenwood, MN (56334)

Glenwood, MN (ZIP 56334) has experienced 87 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 70 hailstorms, 13 tornadoes, and 4 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.6M. A total of 13 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 80% of all recorded events (70 total). 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 $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 31, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 13 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 15% 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 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 30, 2022.

💨 Severe wind events

Glenwood has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 12, 2022.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Glenwood was EF1 Tornado on Sep 19, 2017, which caused $800K in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Sep 19, 2017), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Glenwood, MN (56334)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 56334 has experienced 87 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (70 events), tornadoes (13 events), and severe wind events (4 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 80% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 56334?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Glenwood, MN, with 70 events documented. These events have caused a combined $50K in property damage.

Has Glenwood (56334) ever been hit by a tornado?

Glenwood has 13 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $2.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 30, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Glenwood, MN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 56334 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Sep 19, 2017. This event caused $800K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 56334?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.6M in property damage in the Glenwood, MN area (ZIP 56334). 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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