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57227 Corona, SD — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Corona, SD (57227)

Government agency data shows 37 natural disaster events for ZIP 57227 in Corona, SD. These include 26 hailstorms, 5 tornadoes, and 3 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $6.3M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 3 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 26 recorded incidents (70% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 20, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Corona has experienced 5 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 $4.3M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 17, 2012.

❄️ Blizzards

Corona has experienced 3 blizzards 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 $1.8M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 1, 2025.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Corona has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Dec 24, 2017.

🌊 Floods

Corona has experienced 1 flood on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $240K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 7, 2001.

💨 Severe wind events

Corona has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 17, 1996.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Corona was EF1 Tornado on Jun 19, 1979, which caused $2.5M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was Ice Storm (Dec 25, 2016), causing $1.8M in damages. EF3 Tornado on May 17, 1996 also caused significant damage ($1.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Corona, SD (57227)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 57227 has experienced 37 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (26 events), tornadoes (5 events), blizzards (3 events), extreme cold event (1 event), flood (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 70% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 57227?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Corona, SD, with 26 events documented.

Is ZIP code 57227 (Corona) prone to flooding?

Yes, Corona (ZIP 57227) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $240K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 7, 2001.

Has Corona (57227) ever been hit by a tornado?

Corona has 5 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 $4.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 17, 2012.

What was the worst natural disaster in Corona, SD?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 57227 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 19, 1979. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 57227?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $6.3M in property damage in the Corona, SD area (ZIP 57227). 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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