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58701 Minot, ND — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Minot, ND (58701)

Minot, ND (ZIP 58701) has experienced 129 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 93 hailstorms, 11 floods, and 11 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $15.5M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 15 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Minot is hailstorms, with 93 recorded events making up 72% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $265K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 26, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 11 recorded floods in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (73%) 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 $6.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 1, 2013.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 11 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $420K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 7, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Minot has experienced 8 blizzards on record. Of these, 7 (88%) 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 $6.7M in documented property damage. 4 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 23, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Minot has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 13, 1999.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Minot was Flash Flood on Jun 22, 2011, which caused $5M in property damage. Another major event was Blizzard (Apr 23, 2022), causing $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 Minot, ND (58701)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 58701 has experienced 129 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (93 events), floods (11 events), severe wind events (11 events), blizzards (8 events), and tornadoes (6 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 72% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 58701?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Minot, ND, with 93 events documented. These events have caused a combined $265K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 58701 (Minot) prone to flooding?

Yes, Minot (ZIP 58701) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $6.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 1, 2013.

Has Minot (58701) ever been hit by a tornado?

Minot has 6 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 $1.7M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 13, 1999.

What was the worst natural disaster in Minot, ND?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 58701 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jun 22, 2011. This event caused $5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 58701?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $15.5M in property damage in the Minot, ND area (ZIP 58701). 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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