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56576 Richville, MN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Richville, MN (56576)

ZIP code 56576, covering Richville, MN, has 64 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 39 hailstorms, 15 severe wind events, and 6 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $868.5K. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 39 recorded incidents (61% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 3 (8%) 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 $30K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 23, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 15 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 23% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $205K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 31, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Richville has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $477.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 18, 2009.

🌊 Floods

Richville has experienced 4 floods 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 flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $156K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 14, 2020.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Richville was EF2 Tornado on Sep 5, 2004, which caused $250K in property damage. Another major event was 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Jun 13, 2017), causing $200K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Richville, MN (56576)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 56576 has experienced 64 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (39 events), severe wind events (15 events), tornadoes (6 events), and floods (4 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 61% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 56576?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Richville, MN, with 39 events documented. These events have caused a combined $30K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 56576 (Richville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Richville (ZIP 56576) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $156K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 14, 2020.

Has Richville (56576) ever been hit by a tornado?

Richville has 6 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 $477.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 18, 2009.

What was the worst natural disaster in Richville, MN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 56576 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Sep 5, 2004. This event caused $250K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 56576?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $868.5K in property damage in the Richville, MN area (ZIP 56576). 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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