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58639 Bucyrus, ND — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Bucyrus, ND (58639)

Federal records document 189 natural disaster events in the Bucyrus, ND area (ZIP 58639). These include 142 hailstorms, 18 severe wind events, and 9 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $19.8M. A total of 3 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Bucyrus is hailstorms, with 142 recorded events making up 75% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 4 (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 $10.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 9, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 18 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 10% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $1.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 16, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Bucyrus has experienced 9 blizzards on record. Of these, 7 (78%) 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 $7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Oct 4, 2013.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Bucyrus has experienced 7 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $327.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 17, 2010.

🔥 Wildfires

Bucyrus has experienced 7 wildfires on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wildfire-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on May 15, 2013.

🌊 Floods

Bucyrus has experienced 6 floods on record. Of these, 6 (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 $545K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 22, 2019.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Bucyrus was 2.8" Hail on Jul 21, 2005, which caused $7M in property damage. Another major event was Heavy Snow (Oct 4, 2013), causing $2.7M in damages. Blizzard on Jan 24, 2010 also caused significant damage ($2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Bucyrus, ND (58639)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 58639 has experienced 189 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (142 events), severe wind events (18 events), blizzards (9 events), tornadoes (7 events), wildfires (7 events), and floods (6 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 75% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 58639?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Bucyrus, ND, with 142 events documented. These events have caused a combined $10.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 58639 (Bucyrus) prone to flooding?

Yes, Bucyrus (ZIP 58639) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $545K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 22, 2019.

Has Bucyrus (58639) ever been hit by a tornado?

Bucyrus has 7 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $327.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 17, 2010.

What was the worst natural disaster in Bucyrus, ND?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 58639 was 2.8" Hail, which occurred on Jul 21, 2005. This event caused $7M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 58639?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $19.8M in property damage in the Bucyrus, ND area (ZIP 58639). 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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