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40339 Keene, KY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Keene, KY (40339)

Government agency data shows 16 natural disaster events for ZIP 40339 in Keene, KY. These include 7 hailstorms, 5 tornadoes, and 2 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $630K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Keene is hailstorms, with 7 recorded events making up 44% of the area's disaster history. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Feb 28, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Keene has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Oct 19, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Keene 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 $300K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 2, 2010.

❄️ Blizzards

Keene 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 $300K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 15, 2003.

💨 Severe wind events

Keene has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 5, 2000.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Keene was Ice Storm on Feb 15, 2003, which caused $300K in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Mar 2, 1997), causing $200K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Keene, KY (40339)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 40339 has experienced 16 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (7 events), tornadoes (5 events), floods (2 events), blizzard (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 44% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 40339?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Keene, KY, with 7 events documented.

Is ZIP code 40339 (Keene) prone to flooding?

Yes, Keene (ZIP 40339) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $300K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 2, 2010.

Has Keene (40339) ever been hit by a tornado?

Keene has 5 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $25K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Oct 19, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Keene, KY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 40339 was Ice Storm, which occurred on Feb 15, 2003. This event caused $300K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 40339?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $630K in property damage in the Keene, KY area (ZIP 40339). 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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