ZIP code 58577, covering Washburn, ND, has 104 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 70 hailstorms, 17 severe wind events, and 7 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $11.5M. A total of 2 injuries have been reported across all events.
Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 67% of all recorded events (70 total). Of these, 2 (3%) 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 $747K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 14, 2024.
There have been 17 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 16% of all disaster events. 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 $3.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 20, 2025.
Washburn has experienced 7 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $262.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 7, 2020.
Washburn has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Of these, 5 (100%) 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 $4.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 2, 2010.
Washburn 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 $2.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 15, 2009.
Washburn has experienced 2 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Nov 22, 2023.
The most significant disaster event on record for Washburn was Blizzard on Jan 9, 1997, which caused $1.5M in property damage. Another major event was Blizzard (Apr 4, 1997), causing $1.5M in damages. Flash Flood on Jun 15, 2009 also caused significant damage ($1M).
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 58577 has experienced 104 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (70 events), severe wind events (17 events), tornadoes (7 events), blizzards (5 events), floods (3 events), and wildfires (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 67% of all recorded events.
Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Washburn, ND, with 70 events documented. These events have caused a combined $747K in property damage.
Yes, Washburn (ZIP 58577) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $2.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 15, 2009.
Washburn has 7 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 $262.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 7, 2020.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 58577 was Blizzard, which occurred on Jan 9, 1997. This event caused $1.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.
Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $11.5M in property damage in the Washburn, ND area (ZIP 58577). 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 →