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57780 Scenic, SD — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Scenic, SD (57780)

Scenic, SD (ZIP 57780) has experienced 116 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 76 hailstorms, 31 wildfires, and 7 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $183K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 76 recorded incidents (66% 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). Hail-related events have caused a combined $138K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 26, 2024.

🔥 Wildfires

There have been 31 recorded wildfires in this area, representing 27% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Dec 12, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Scenic has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Wind-related events have caused a combined $15K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 10, 2022.

🌊 Floods

Scenic has experienced 1 flood on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 6, 2011.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Scenic has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 19, 1984.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Scenic was 2" Hail on Jun 21, 2013, which caused $100K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Scenic, SD (57780)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 57780 has experienced 116 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (76 events), wildfires (31 events), severe wind events (7 events), flood (1 event), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 66% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 57780?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Scenic, SD, with 76 events documented. These events have caused a combined $138K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 57780 (Scenic) prone to flooding?

Yes, Scenic (ZIP 57780) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 6, 2011.

Has Scenic (57780) ever been hit by a tornado?

Scenic has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $25K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 19, 1984.

What was the worst natural disaster in Scenic, SD?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 57780 was 2" Hail, which occurred on Jun 21, 2013. This event caused $100K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 57780?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $183K in property damage in the Scenic, SD area (ZIP 57780). 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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