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56742 Oklee, MN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Oklee, MN (56742)

Oklee, MN (ZIP 56742) has a moderate disaster history with 44 recorded events. These include 33 hailstorms, 4 severe wind events, and 3 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.7M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 33 recorded incidents (75% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 14, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Oklee has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 20, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Oklee has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $125K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 22, 2013.

🌊 Floods

Oklee has experienced 2 floods on record. Of these, 2 (100%) 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 $535K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 25, 2010.

❄️ Blizzards

Oklee has experienced 1 blizzard on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 4, 1997.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Oklee has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $21K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Mar 8, 2003.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Oklee was Ice Storm on Apr 4, 1997, which caused $2M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Apr 7, 2001), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Oklee, MN (56742)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 56742 has experienced 44 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (33 events), severe wind events (4 events), tornadoes (3 events), floods (2 events), blizzard (1 event), and extreme cold event (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 56742?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Oklee, MN, with 33 events documented.

Is ZIP code 56742 (Oklee) prone to flooding?

Yes, Oklee (ZIP 56742) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $535K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 25, 2010.

Has Oklee (56742) ever been hit by a tornado?

Oklee has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $125K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 22, 2013.

What was the worst natural disaster in Oklee, MN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 56742 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Apr 4, 1997. This event caused $2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 56742?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.7M in property damage in the Oklee, MN area (ZIP 56742). 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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