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41132 Denton, KY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Denton, KY (41132)

ZIP code 41132, covering Denton, KY, has 78 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 51 floods, 13 hailstorms, and 6 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.2M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 68 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 65% of all recorded events (51 total). Of these, 15 (29%) 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 $5.7M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jan 31, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 13 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 17% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $45K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 20, 2017.

❄️ Blizzards

Denton 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

Denton 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.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Denton has experienced 2 extreme heat events 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 heat-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 22, 2017.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Denton has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $200K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 2, 2024.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Denton was Flood on Apr 3, 2015, which caused $1.2M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Apr 3, 2015), causing $1M 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 Denton, KY (41132)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 41132 has experienced 78 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (51 events), hailstorms (13 events), blizzards (6 events), extreme cold events (5 events), extreme heat events (2 events), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 65% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 41132?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Denton, KY, with 51 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5.7M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 41132 (Denton) prone to flooding?

Yes, Denton (ZIP 41132) has 51 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $5.7M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 31, 2025.

Has Denton (41132) ever been hit by a tornado?

Denton has 1 recorded tornado event 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 $200K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 2, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Denton, KY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 41132 was Flood, which occurred on Apr 3, 2015. This event caused $1.2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 41132?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.2M in property damage in the Denton, KY area (ZIP 41132). 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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