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41075 Fort Thomas, KY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Fort Thomas, KY (41075)

ZIP code 41075, covering Fort Thomas, KY, has 144 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 71 floods, 51 hailstorms, and 8 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $18.1M. These events have resulted in 6 recorded deaths and 81 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 49% of all recorded events (71 total). Of these, 16 (23%) 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 $11.3M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 8, 2024.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Hailstorms account for 35% of the disaster record here, with 51 events documented. Hail-related events have caused a combined $39.3K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 2, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Fort Thomas has experienced 8 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 4, 2018.

❄️ Blizzards

Fort Thomas has experienced 7 blizzards on record. Of these, 4 (57%) 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 $2.8M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Nov 22, 2014.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Fort Thomas has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Nov 19, 1981.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Fort Thomas has experienced 3 extreme cold events on record. Of these, 2 (67%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $940K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 15, 2009.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Fort Thomas was Flood on Mar 2, 1997, which caused $4M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Aug 28, 2016), causing $3.5M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Nov 19, 1981 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Fort Thomas, KY (41075)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 41075 has experienced 144 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (71 events), hailstorms (51 events), severe wind events (8 events), blizzards (7 events), tornadoes (4 events), and extreme cold events (3 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 49% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 41075?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Fort Thomas, KY, with 71 events documented. These events have caused a combined $11.3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 41075 (Fort Thomas) prone to flooding?

Yes, Fort Thomas (ZIP 41075) has 71 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $11.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 8, 2024.

Has Fort Thomas (41075) ever been hit by a tornado?

Fort Thomas has 4 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Nov 19, 1981.

What was the worst natural disaster in Fort Thomas, KY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 41075 was Flood, which occurred on Mar 2, 1997. This event caused $4M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 41075?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $18.1M in property damage in the Fort Thomas, KY area (ZIP 41075). 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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