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56762 Radium, MN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Radium, MN (56762)

ZIP code 56762, covering Radium, MN, has 94 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 71 hailstorms, 10 tornadoes, and 8 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $925K. A total of 2 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Radium is hailstorms, with 71 recorded events making up 76% of the area's disaster history. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $220K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 21, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Radium has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $605K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 9, 2020.

💨 Severe wind events

Radium has experienced 8 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $30K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Sep 5, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Radium has experienced 5 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $70K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 21, 2014.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Radium was EF1 Tornado on Jul 17, 2020, which caused $355K in property damage. Another major event was 1.8" Hail (Jul 8, 2018), causing $220K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Radium, MN (56762)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 56762 has experienced 94 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (71 events), tornadoes (10 events), severe wind events (8 events), and floods (5 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 76% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 56762?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Radium, MN, with 71 events documented. These events have caused a combined $220K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 56762 (Radium) prone to flooding?

Yes, Radium (ZIP 56762) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $70K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 21, 2014.

Has Radium (56762) ever been hit by a tornado?

Radium has 10 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 $605K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 9, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in Radium, MN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 56762 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Jul 17, 2020. This event caused $355K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 56762?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $925K in property damage in the Radium, MN area (ZIP 56762). 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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