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68380 Lewiston, NE — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Lewiston, NE (68380)

Government agency data shows 25 natural disaster events for ZIP 68380 in Lewiston, NE. These include 13 hailstorms, 4 tornadoes, and 4 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.6M. A total of 3 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Lewiston is hailstorms, with 13 recorded events making up 52% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 29, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Lewiston has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $675K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 11, 2001.

💨 Severe wind events

Lewiston has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 29, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

Lewiston has experienced 2 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $870K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 10, 2007.

🌊 Floods

Lewiston 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 Apr 25, 2008.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Lewiston was Flood on Apr 25, 2008, which caused $1M in property damage. Another major event was Winter Storm (Oct 22, 1996), causing $670K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Lewiston, NE (68380)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 68380 has experienced 25 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (13 events), tornadoes (4 events), severe wind events (4 events), blizzards (2 events), and floods (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 52% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 68380?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Lewiston, NE, with 13 events documented.

Is ZIP code 68380 (Lewiston) prone to flooding?

Yes, Lewiston (ZIP 68380) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 25, 2008.

Has Lewiston (68380) ever been hit by a tornado?

Lewiston has 4 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 $675K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 11, 2001.

What was the worst natural disaster in Lewiston, NE?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 68380 was Flood, which occurred on Apr 25, 2008. This event caused $1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 68380?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.6M in property damage in the Lewiston, NE area (ZIP 68380). 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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