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58640 Killdeer, ND — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Killdeer, ND (58640)

ZIP code 58640, covering Killdeer, ND, has 96 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 73 hailstorms, 7 blizzards, and 7 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $30.1M. A total of 6 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 76% of all recorded events (73 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 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $23.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 12, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Killdeer has experienced 7 blizzards on record. Of these, 7 (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 $5.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 30, 2011.

💨 Severe wind events

Killdeer has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $560K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 29, 2023.

🔥 Wildfires

Killdeer has experienced 4 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Mar 14, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Killdeer has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $225K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 1, 2018.

🌊 Floods

Killdeer has experienced 2 floods on record. Of these, 2 (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 $610K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 16, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Killdeer was 3.2" Hail on Jul 10, 2016, which caused $21M in property damage. Another major event was 2.8" Hail (Sep 3, 2014), causing $2.3M in damages. Blizzard on Apr 4, 1997 also caused significant damage ($1.8M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Killdeer, ND (58640)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 58640 has experienced 96 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (73 events), blizzards (7 events), severe wind events (7 events), wildfires (4 events), tornadoes (3 events), and floods (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 76% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 58640?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Killdeer, ND, with 73 events documented. These events have caused a combined $23.5M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 58640 (Killdeer) prone to flooding?

Yes, Killdeer (ZIP 58640) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $610K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 16, 2023.

Has Killdeer (58640) ever been hit by a tornado?

Killdeer has 3 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 $225K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 1, 2018.

What was the worst natural disaster in Killdeer, ND?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 58640 was 3.2" Hail, which occurred on Jul 10, 2016. This event caused $21M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 58640?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $30.1M in property damage in the Killdeer, ND area (ZIP 58640). 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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