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68588 , — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: , (68588)

ZIP code 68588, covering this area, , has 139 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 107 hailstorms, 19 severe wind events, and 4 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $19.4M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 39 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 77% of all recorded events (107 total). Of these, 2 (2%) 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 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 14, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 19 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 14% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $1.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Dec 15, 2021.

❄️ 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 $16.3M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 10, 2013.

🥵 Extreme heat events

this area has experienced 3 extreme heat events on record. Of these, 3 (100%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense 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 Jul 15, 2024.

🥶 Extreme cold events

this area has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $100K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 12, 2024.

🌊 Floods

this area 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 $1.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 1, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for this area was Heavy Snow on Oct 25, 1997, which caused $16.2M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (May 9, 2016), causing $1.5M in damages. 83 mph Thunderstorm Wind on May 22, 1996 also caused significant damage ($1.4M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in this area, (68588)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 68588 has experienced 139 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (107 events), severe wind events (19 events), blizzards (4 events), extreme heat events (3 events), extreme cold events (2 events), floods (2 events), and tornadoes (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 77% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 68588?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in this area, , with 107 events documented.

Is ZIP code 68588 (this area) prone to flooding?

Yes, this area (ZIP 68588) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 1, 2024.

Has this area (68588) ever been hit by a tornado?

this area has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 26, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in this area, ?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 68588 was Heavy Snow, which occurred on Oct 25, 1997. This event caused $16.2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 68588?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $19.4M in property damage in the this area, area (ZIP 68588). 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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