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68632 Garrison, NE — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Garrison, NE (68632)

Federal records document 143 natural disaster events in the Garrison, NE area (ZIP 68632). These include 113 hailstorms, 14 tornadoes, and 9 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $43M. A total of 5 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 113 recorded incidents (79% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. 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 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $11M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 18, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 14 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 10% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (14%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $30.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 26, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Garrison has experienced 9 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 1, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Garrison has experienced 5 floods on record. Of these, 3 (60%) 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 $451K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 21, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Garrison has experienced 1 blizzard on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $1.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Oct 25, 1997.

🌍 Earthquakes

Garrison has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Nov 18, 2010.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Garrison was EF4 Tornado on Mar 13, 1990, which caused $25M in property damage. Another major event was 2" Hail (Jun 20, 1996), causing $6.7M in damages. 2" Hail on Sep 24, 2007 also caused significant damage ($4M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Garrison, NE (68632)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 68632 has experienced 143 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (113 events), tornadoes (14 events), severe wind events (9 events), floods (5 events), blizzard (1 event), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 79% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 68632?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Garrison, NE, with 113 events documented. These events have caused a combined $11M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 68632 (Garrison) prone to flooding?

Yes, Garrison (ZIP 68632) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $451K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 21, 2024.

Has Garrison (68632) ever been hit by a tornado?

Garrison has 14 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $30.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 26, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Garrison, NE?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 68632 was EF4 Tornado, which occurred on Mar 13, 1990. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 68632?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $43M in property damage in the Garrison, NE area (ZIP 68632). 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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