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41512 Ashcamp, KY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Ashcamp, KY (41512)

Federal records document 53 natural disaster events in the Ashcamp, KY area (ZIP 41512). These include 18 floods, 15 hailstorms, and 10 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $5.1M.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 18 recorded incidents (34% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 6 (33%) 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 $871.9K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jan 31, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 15 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 28% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 16, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Ashcamp has experienced 10 blizzards on record. Of these, 8 (80%) 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 $3.8M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 21, 2015.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Ashcamp has experienced 4 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $78K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 28, 2014.

🔥 Wildfires

Ashcamp has experienced 4 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Dec 1, 2012.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Ashcamp has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $250K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 4, 1974.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Ashcamp was Heavy Snow on Dec 18, 2009, which caused $2M in property damage. Another major event was Heavy Snow (Oct 29, 2012), causing $750K in damages. Heavy Snow on Jan 27, 1998 also caused significant damage ($750K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Ashcamp, KY (41512)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 41512 has experienced 53 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (18 events), hailstorms (15 events), blizzards (10 events), extreme cold events (4 events), wildfires (4 events), tornado (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 34% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 41512?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Ashcamp, KY, with 18 events documented. These events have caused a combined $871.9K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 41512 (Ashcamp) prone to flooding?

Yes, Ashcamp (ZIP 41512) has 18 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $871.9K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jan 31, 2025.

Has Ashcamp (41512) ever been hit by a tornado?

Ashcamp has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $250K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 4, 1974.

What was the worst natural disaster in Ashcamp, KY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 41512 was Heavy Snow, which occurred on Dec 18, 2009. This event caused $2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 41512?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5.1M in property damage in the Ashcamp, KY area (ZIP 41512). 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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