Valier, MT (ZIP 59486) has a moderate disaster history with 41 recorded events. These include 27 hailstorms, 8 severe wind events, and 5 earthquakes. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.
Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 66% of all recorded events (27 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). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 14, 2019.
Valier has experienced 8 severe wind events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 23, 2024.
Valier has experienced 5 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Apr 2, 2014.
Valier has experienced 1 wildfire on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Dec 28, 2017.
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 59486 has experienced 41 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (27 events), severe wind events (8 events), earthquakes (5 events), and wildfire (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 66% of all recorded events.
Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Valier, MT, with 27 events documented.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 59486 was 81 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on Aug 23, 2024. It was rated at severity level 2/5.
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 →