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68973 Roseland, NE — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Roseland, NE (68973)

Roseland, NE (ZIP 68973) has experienced 133 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 95 hailstorms, 15 blizzards, and 13 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $68.3M. A total of 14 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 71% of all recorded events (95 total). Of these, 4 (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 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $27.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 6, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 15 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 11% of all disaster events. Of these, 10 (67%) 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 $23.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 12, 2020.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 13 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 10% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $5.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 23, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Roseland has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $875K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 6, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Roseland has experienced 4 floods on record. Of these, 4 (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 $11.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 22, 2020.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Roseland has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 3, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Roseland was Winter Storm on Oct 25, 1997, which caused $16.5M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (May 11, 2005), causing $7M in damages. Ice Storm on Dec 29, 2006 also caused significant damage ($6M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Roseland, NE (68973)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 68973 has experienced 133 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (95 events), blizzards (15 events), tornadoes (13 events), severe wind events (5 events), floods (4 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 71% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 68973?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Roseland, NE, with 95 events documented. These events have caused a combined $27.2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 68973 (Roseland) prone to flooding?

Yes, Roseland (ZIP 68973) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $11.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 22, 2020.

Has Roseland (68973) ever been hit by a tornado?

Roseland has 13 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 $5.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 23, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Roseland, NE?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 68973 was Winter Storm, which occurred on Oct 25, 1997. This event caused $16.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 68973?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $68.3M in property damage in the Roseland, NE area (ZIP 68973). 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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