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68056 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (68056)

Federal records document 111 natural disaster events in the this area, area (ZIP 68056). These include 68 hailstorms, 25 floods, and 8 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $437.2M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 14 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 61% of all recorded events (68 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 $2.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 25, 2024.

🌊 Floods

There have been 25 recorded floods in this area, representing 23% of all disaster events. Of these, 14 (56%) 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 $426.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 25, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

this area has experienced 8 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $30K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 24, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

this area has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 16, 2017.

❄️ Blizzards

this area has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (50%) 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 $8.2M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 15, 2010.

🥵 Extreme heat events

this area has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jun 24, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was Flood on Mar 15, 2019, which caused $420M in property damage. Another major event was Heavy Snow (Oct 25, 1997), causing $8.2M in damages. Flood on Aug 1, 2011 also caused significant damage ($5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (68056)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 68056 has experienced 111 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (68 events), floods (25 events), severe wind events (8 events), tornadoes (5 events), blizzards (4 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 61% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 68056?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 68 events documented. These events have caused a combined $2.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 68056 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 68056) has 25 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $426.4M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 25, 2024.

Has this area (68056) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 5 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 $25K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 16, 2017.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 68056 was Flood, which occurred on Mar 15, 2019. This event caused $420M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 68056?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $437.2M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 68056). 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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