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57076 Winfred, SD — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Winfred, SD (57076)

Federal records document 93 natural disaster events in the Winfred, SD area (ZIP 57076). These include 59 hailstorms, 10 blizzards, and 10 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $38.7M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 4 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Winfred is hailstorms, with 59 recorded events making up 63% 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 $22K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 22, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Winfred has experienced 10 blizzards on record. Of these, 6 (60%) 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 $3.6M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 21, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Winfred has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. 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 $2.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 4, 2007.

🌊 Floods

Winfred has experienced 9 floods on record. Of these, 9 (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 $32.1M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 20, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Winfred has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $135K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 5, 2022.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Winfred was Flood on Jun 1, 2019, which caused $27.1M in property damage. Another major event was Blizzard (Apr 11, 2019), causing $2.9M in damages. EF3 Tornado on Jun 16, 1992 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Winfred, SD (57076)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 57076 has experienced 93 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (59 events), blizzards (10 events), tornadoes (10 events), floods (9 events), and severe wind events (5 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 63% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 57076?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Winfred, SD, with 59 events documented. These events have caused a combined $22K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 57076 (Winfred) prone to flooding?

Yes, Winfred (ZIP 57076) has 9 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $32.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 20, 2024.

Has Winfred (57076) ever been hit by a tornado?

Winfred has 10 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 $2.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 4, 2007.

What was the worst natural disaster in Winfred, SD?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 57076 was Flood, which occurred on Jun 1, 2019. This event caused $27.1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 57076?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $38.7M in property damage in the Winfred, SD area (ZIP 57076). 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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