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41015 Latonia, KY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Latonia, KY (41015)

ZIP code 41015, covering Latonia, KY, has 147 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 67 floods, 64 hailstorms, and 9 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $5.6M. These events have resulted in 5 recorded deaths and 22 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 67 recorded incidents (46% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 12 (18%) 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 $1.3M in documented property damage. 5 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 8, 2024.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Hailstorms account for 44% of the disaster record here, with 64 events documented. Hail-related events have caused a combined $76.3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 30, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Latonia has experienced 9 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 23, 2011.

💨 Severe wind events

Latonia has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $220K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 2, 2017.

❄️ Blizzards

Latonia has experienced 2 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $400K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 2, 2012.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Latonia has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $485K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 6, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Latonia was EF1 Tornado on Nov 19, 1981, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (May 7, 2024), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Latonia, KY (41015)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 41015 has experienced 147 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (67 events), hailstorms (64 events), tornadoes (9 events), severe wind events (3 events), blizzards (2 events), and extreme cold events (2 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 46% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 41015?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Latonia, KY, with 67 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 41015 (Latonia) prone to flooding?

Yes, Latonia (ZIP 41015) has 67 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 8, 2024.

Has Latonia (41015) ever been hit by a tornado?

Latonia has 9 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $3.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 23, 2011.

What was the worst natural disaster in Latonia, KY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 41015 was EF1 Tornado, which occurred on Nov 19, 1981. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 41015?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5.6M in property damage in the Latonia, KY area (ZIP 41015). 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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