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58061 Mooreton, ND — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Mooreton, ND (58061)

ZIP code 58061, covering Mooreton, ND, has 67 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 43 hailstorms, 11 severe wind events, and 5 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $86.2M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 43 recorded incidents (64% 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 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 10, 2022.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 11 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 16% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 12, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Mooreton has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $125K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 27, 2015.

❄️ Blizzards

Mooreton has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (50%) 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 $8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Nov 27, 2005.

🌊 Floods

Mooreton has experienced 3 floods on record. Of these, 3 (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 $78M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 6, 2001.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Mooreton has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Mar 8, 2003.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Mooreton was Flood on Apr 5, 1997, which caused $50M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Apr 13, 1997), causing $25M in damages. Blizzard on Apr 5, 1997 also caused significant damage ($6M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Mooreton, ND (58061)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 58061 has experienced 67 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (43 events), severe wind events (11 events), tornadoes (5 events), blizzards (4 events), floods (3 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 64% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 58061?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mooreton, ND, with 43 events documented.

Is ZIP code 58061 (Mooreton) prone to flooding?

Yes, Mooreton (ZIP 58061) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $78M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 6, 2001.

Has Mooreton (58061) ever been hit by a tornado?

Mooreton has 5 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $125K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 27, 2015.

What was the worst natural disaster in Mooreton, ND?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 58061 was Flood, which occurred on Apr 5, 1997. This event caused $50M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 58061?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $86.2M in property damage in the Mooreton, ND area (ZIP 58061). 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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