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40865 Putney, KY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Putney, KY (40865)

Government agency data shows 33 natural disaster events for ZIP 40865 in Putney, KY. These include 22 hailstorms, 6 floods, and 3 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.6M. A total of 3 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 67% of all recorded events (22 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $30K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 14, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Putney has experienced 6 floods on record. Of these, 3 (50%) 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 $1.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 27, 2018.

❄️ Blizzards

Putney has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $32K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 17, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

Putney has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $150K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 28, 2014.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Putney was Flash Flood on Apr 17, 2013, which caused $1M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Feb 16, 2003), causing $365.6K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Putney, KY (40865)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 40865 has experienced 33 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (22 events), floods (6 events), blizzards (3 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 67% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 40865?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Putney, KY, with 22 events documented. These events have caused a combined $30K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 40865 (Putney) prone to flooding?

Yes, Putney (ZIP 40865) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.4M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 27, 2018.

What was the worst natural disaster in Putney, KY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 40865 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Apr 17, 2013. This event caused $1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 40865?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.6M in property damage in the Putney, KY area (ZIP 40865). 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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