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57340 Fulton, SD — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Fulton, SD (57340)

Federal records document 91 natural disaster events in the Fulton, SD area (ZIP 57340). These include 50 hailstorms, 16 floods, and 11 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $23M. A total of 16 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 55% of all recorded events (50 total). Of these, 2 (4%) 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 $67K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 6, 2020.

🌊 Floods

There have been 16 recorded floods in this area, representing 18% of all disaster events. Of these, 14 (88%) 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 $21.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 20, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 11 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (73%) 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 $1.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 11, 2019.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Fulton 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 $225K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 5, 2007.

💨 Severe wind events

Fulton has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $138K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 29, 2022.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Fulton was Flood on Jun 1, 2019, which caused $18.9M in property damage. Another major event was Ice Storm (Nov 27, 2005), causing $1M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Fulton, SD (57340)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 57340 has experienced 91 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (50 events), floods (16 events), blizzards (11 events), tornadoes (10 events), and severe wind events (4 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 55% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 57340?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Fulton, SD, with 50 events documented. These events have caused a combined $67K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 57340 (Fulton) prone to flooding?

Yes, Fulton (ZIP 57340) has 16 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $21.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 20, 2024.

Has Fulton (57340) ever been hit by a tornado?

Fulton 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 $225K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 5, 2007.

What was the worst natural disaster in Fulton, SD?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 57340 was Flood, which occurred on Jun 1, 2019. This event caused $18.9M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 57340?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $23M in property damage in the Fulton, SD area (ZIP 57340). 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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