Government records show 247 natural disaster events affecting the Mankato, KS area (ZIP 66956) — a notably active disaster history. These include 189 hailstorms, 20 earthquakes, and 17 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $93.7M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 2 injuries.
Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 77% of all recorded events (189 total). Of these, 8 (4%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $50.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 28, 2023.
There have been 20 recorded earthquakes in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jul 26, 2022.
There have been 17 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 7% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $5.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 6, 2015.
Mankato has experienced 10 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $32.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 9, 2025.
Mankato has experienced 8 blizzards on record. Of these, 6 (75%) 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 $4.5M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 21, 2019.
Mankato 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 $1.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 7, 2008.
The most significant disaster event on record for Mankato was 90 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Aug 9, 2025, which caused $30M in property damage. Another major event was 4" Hail (Aug 14, 2020), causing $26M in damages. Winter Storm on Oct 25, 1997 also caused significant damage ($3.5M).
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Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 66956 has experienced 247 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (189 events), earthquakes (20 events), tornadoes (17 events), severe wind events (10 events), blizzards (8 events), floods (2 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 77% of all recorded events.
Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mankato, KS, with 189 events documented. These events have caused a combined $50.3M in property damage.
Yes, Mankato (ZIP 66956) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 7, 2008.
Mankato has 17 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $5.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 6, 2015.
The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 66956 was 90 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on Aug 9, 2025. This event caused $30M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.
Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $93.7M in property damage in the Mankato, KS area (ZIP 66956). 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 →