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40995 Trosper, KY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Trosper, KY (40995)

Government agency data shows 28 natural disaster events for ZIP 40995 in Trosper, KY. These include 21 floods, 6 hailstorms, and 1 earthquake. Total documented property damage amounts to $31M. Across all recorded events, 1 death has been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 75% of all recorded events (21 total). Of these, 8 (38%) 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 $31M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 25, 2020.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Trosper has experienced 6 hailstorms on record. Hail-related events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 8, 2025.

🌍 Earthquakes

Trosper has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Aug 28, 1983.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Trosper was Flood on Mar 17, 2002, which caused $26.5M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jun 20, 2011), causing $3M 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 Trosper, KY (40995)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 40995 has experienced 28 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (21 events), hailstorms (6 events), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 75% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 40995?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Trosper, KY, with 21 events documented. These events have caused a combined $31M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 40995 (Trosper) prone to flooding?

Yes, Trosper (ZIP 40995) has 21 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $31M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 25, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in Trosper, KY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 40995 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 40995?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $31M in property damage in the Trosper, KY area (ZIP 40995). 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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