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41101 Westwood, KY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Westwood, KY (41101)

Federal records document 151 natural disaster events in the Westwood, KY area (ZIP 41101). These include 76 floods, 49 hailstorms, and 7 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $12.7M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 69 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 50% of all recorded events (76 total). Of these, 21 (28%) 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 $9.9M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 6, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 49 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 32% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $467K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 14, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Westwood has experienced 7 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 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $827.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 2, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Westwood has experienced 6 blizzards on record. Of these, 6 (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 $635K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 17, 2021.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Westwood has experienced 5 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 $707K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Dec 23, 2022.

💨 Severe wind events

Westwood has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $215K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 22, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Westwood was Flash Flood on Jul 20, 2010, which caused $4M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (May 10, 2011), causing $1.2M in damages. Flood on Mar 20, 2002 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Westwood, KY (41101)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 41101 has experienced 151 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (76 events), hailstorms (49 events), tornadoes (7 events), blizzards (6 events), extreme cold events (5 events), severe wind events (5 events), extreme heat events (2 events), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 41101?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Westwood, KY, with 76 events documented. These events have caused a combined $9.9M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 41101 (Westwood) prone to flooding?

Yes, Westwood (ZIP 41101) has 76 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $9.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 6, 2025.

Has Westwood (41101) ever been hit by a tornado?

Westwood has 7 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $827.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 2, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Westwood, KY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 41101 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jul 20, 2010. 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 41101?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $12.7M in property damage in the Westwood, KY area (ZIP 41101). 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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