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56570 Osage, MN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Osage, MN (56570)

ZIP code 56570, covering Osage, MN, has 56 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 42 hailstorms, 5 tornadoes, and 5 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.1M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 42 recorded incidents (75% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $260K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 9, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Osage has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 30, 2011.

💨 Severe wind events

Osage has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $600K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 17, 2020.

🌊 Floods

Osage has experienced 3 floods on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $36K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 11, 2016.

🔥 Wildfires

Osage has experienced 1 wildfire on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Mar 14, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Osage was EF1 Tornado on May 30, 2011, which caused $600K in property damage. Another major event was 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Jul 29, 2008), causing $600K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Osage, MN (56570)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 56570 has experienced 56 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (42 events), tornadoes (5 events), severe wind events (5 events), floods (3 events), and wildfire (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 75% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 56570?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Osage, MN, with 42 events documented. These events have caused a combined $260K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 56570 (Osage) prone to flooding?

Yes, Osage (ZIP 56570) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $36K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 11, 2016.

Has Osage (56570) ever been hit by a tornado?

Osage has 5 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 $1.2M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 30, 2011.

What was the worst natural disaster in Osage, MN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 56570 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on May 30, 2011. This event caused $600K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 56570?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.1M in property damage in the Osage, MN area (ZIP 56570). 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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