Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 55964

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 55964, Minnesota

ZIP 55964 in Plainview sits in the interior eastern United States. Its continental climate produces some of the harshest winters in the lower 48 and warm summers, and notably severe blizzards and spring tornado outbreaks. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 55964 carries an overall risk score of 5.0/10, placing it in the moderate category. Landslide and debris flow risk tops the local hazard profile, with steep terrain and periodic heavy rainfall creating conditions for rapid slope failure in vulnerable areas. The area also faces notable exposure to hail and wind.

Within Minnesota, ZIP 55964's risk is, near the 5.2/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Minnesota identifies landslide as the foremost hazard, followed by hail and wind. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, ZIP 55964 residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for landslide is recommended.