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40902 Arjay, KY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Arjay, KY (40902)

Government agency data shows 49 natural disaster events for ZIP 40902 in Arjay, KY. These include 29 floods, 19 hailstorms, and 1 tornado. Total documented property damage amounts to $32.6M.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Arjay is floods, with 29 recorded events making up 59% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 5 (17%) 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 $32.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 2, 2024.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 19 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 39% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 8, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Arjay has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $30K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 31, 2004.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Arjay was Flood on Mar 17, 2002, which caused $26.5M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Feb 6, 2020), causing $4M in damages. Flood on Feb 16, 2003 also caused significant damage ($1.1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Arjay, KY (40902)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 40902 has experienced 49 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (29 events), hailstorms (19 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 59% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 40902?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Arjay, KY, with 29 events documented. These events have caused a combined $32.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 40902 (Arjay) prone to flooding?

Yes, Arjay (ZIP 40902) has 29 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $32.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 2, 2024.

Has Arjay (40902) ever been hit by a tornado?

Arjay has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $30K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 31, 2004.

What was the worst natural disaster in Arjay, KY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 40902 was Flood, which occurred on Mar 17, 2002. This event caused $26.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 40902?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $32.6M in property damage in the Arjay, KY area (ZIP 40902). 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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