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59701 Walkerville, MT — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Walkerville, MT (59701)

Federal records document 68 natural disaster events in the Walkerville, MT area (ZIP 59701). These include 38 hailstorms, 25 wildfires, and 2 earthquakes. Total documented property damage amounts to $76.5K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 38 recorded incidents (56% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $60.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 6, 2023.

🔥 Wildfires

There have been 25 recorded wildfires in this area, representing 37% of all disaster events. 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 Jan 28, 2025.

🌍 Earthquakes

Walkerville has experienced 2 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Aug 28, 1990.

🌊 Floods

Walkerville has experienced 2 floods on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $16K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 6, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Walkerville has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 10, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Walkerville was 2" Hail on Aug 6, 2009, which caused $50K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Walkerville, MT (59701)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 59701 has experienced 68 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (38 events), wildfires (25 events), earthquakes (2 events), floods (2 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 56% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 59701?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Walkerville, MT, with 38 events documented. These events have caused a combined $60.5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 59701 (Walkerville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Walkerville (ZIP 59701) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $16K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 6, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Walkerville, MT?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 59701 was 2" Hail, which occurred on Aug 6, 2009. This event caused $50K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 59701?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $76.5K in property damage in the Walkerville, MT area (ZIP 59701). 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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