Federal records document 103 natural disaster events in the Culbertson, MT area (ZIP 59218). These include 83 hailstorms, 11 severe wind events, and 3 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $5.5M. A total of 2 injuries have been reported across all events.
Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 81% of all recorded events (83 total). 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). Hail-related events have caused a combined $267K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 26, 2025.
There have been 11 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 11% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (18%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Wind-related events have caused a combined $4.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 21, 2018.
Culbertson has experienced 3 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $435K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 15, 2024.
Culbertson 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 $355K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Mar 16, 2003.
Culbertson has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $45K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 21, 1999.
Culbertson has experienced 2 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Sep 7, 2023.
The most significant disaster event on record for Culbertson was 92 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Jul 13, 2005, which caused $3M in property damage. Another major event was 113 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Jul 13, 2005), causing $1.3M in damages.
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 59218 has experienced 103 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (83 events), severe wind events (11 events), blizzards (3 events), floods (2 events), tornadoes (2 events), and wildfires (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 81% of all recorded events.
Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Culbertson, MT, with 83 events documented. These events have caused a combined $267K in property damage.
Yes, Culbertson (ZIP 59218) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $355K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Mar 16, 2003.
Culbertson has 2 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 $45K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 21, 1999.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 59218 was 92 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on Jul 13, 2005. This event caused $3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.
Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5.5M in property damage in the Culbertson, MT area (ZIP 59218). 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 →