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56563 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (56563)

Federal records document 111 natural disaster events in the this area, area (ZIP 56563). These include 72 hailstorms, 14 floods, and 14 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $169.2M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 8 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 65% of all recorded events (72 total). Of these, 3 (4%) 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 $40.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 16, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 14 recorded floods in this area, representing 13% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (57%) 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 $39.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 16, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 14 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 13% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $80.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Sep 2, 2019.

❄️ Blizzards

this area has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Of these, 4 (80%) 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 $8.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Nov 27, 2005.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 4 tornadoes 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 tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 30, 2011.

🥶 Extreme cold events

this area has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $21K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Dec 3, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was 91 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Jul 4, 1999, which caused $80M in property damage. Another major event was 3.5" Hail (Sep 21, 2007), causing $30M in damages. Flood on Apr 16, 1997 also caused significant damage ($25M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (56563)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 56563 has experienced 111 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (72 events), floods (14 events), severe wind events (14 events), blizzards (5 events), tornadoes (4 events), and extreme cold events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 65% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 56563?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 72 events documented. These events have caused a combined $40.1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 56563 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 56563) has 14 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $39.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 16, 2023.

Has this area (56563) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 4 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 30, 2011.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 56563 was 91 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on Jul 4, 1999. This event caused $80M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 56563?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $169.2M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 56563). 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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