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57053 Parker, SD — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Parker, SD (57053)

ZIP code 57053, covering Parker, SD, has 132 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 86 hailstorms, 15 severe wind events, and 12 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $58.1M. A total of 4 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 86 recorded incidents (65% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 4 (5%) 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 $842K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 5, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 15 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 11% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $536K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 28, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 12 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $8.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 28, 2021.

🌊 Floods

There have been 11 recorded floods in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. Of these, 11 (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 $32.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 20, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Parker has experienced 8 blizzards on record. Of these, 6 (75%) 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 $15.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 10, 2019.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Parker was Flood on Jun 1, 2019, which caused $27.5M in property damage. Another major event was Winter Storm (Apr 9, 2013), causing $15M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Jun 24, 2003 also caused significant damage ($3M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Parker, SD (57053)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 57053 has experienced 132 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (86 events), severe wind events (15 events), tornadoes (12 events), floods (11 events), and blizzards (8 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 65% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 57053?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Parker, SD, with 86 events documented. These events have caused a combined $842K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 57053 (Parker) prone to flooding?

Yes, Parker (ZIP 57053) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $32.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 20, 2024.

Has Parker (57053) ever been hit by a tornado?

Parker has 12 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $8.9M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 28, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Parker, SD?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 57053 was Flood, which occurred on Jun 1, 2019. This event caused $27.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 57053?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $58.1M in property damage in the Parker, SD area (ZIP 57053). 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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