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56437 Bertha, MN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Bertha, MN (56437)

Government agency data shows 46 natural disaster events for ZIP 56437 in Bertha, MN. These include 35 hailstorms, 9 tornadoes, and 1 flood. Total documented property damage amounts to $575K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 76% of all recorded events (35 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 3, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Bertha has experienced 9 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 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $570K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 30, 2022.

🌊 Floods

Bertha has experienced 1 flood on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 7, 2005.

💨 Severe wind events

Bertha has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 12, 2015.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Bertha was EF1 Tornado on Jul 12, 2015, which caused $500K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Bertha, MN (56437)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 56437 has experienced 46 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (35 events), tornadoes (9 events), flood (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 76% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 56437?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Bertha, MN, with 35 events documented.

Is ZIP code 56437 (Bertha) prone to flooding?

Yes, Bertha (ZIP 56437) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 7, 2005.

Has Bertha (56437) ever been hit by a tornado?

Bertha has 9 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 $570K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 30, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in Bertha, MN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 56437 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Jul 12, 2015. This event caused $500K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 56437?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $575K in property damage in the Bertha, MN area (ZIP 56437). 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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