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41601 Allen, KY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Allen, KY (41601)

Allen, KY (ZIP 41601) has experienced 64 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 37 floods, 20 hailstorms, and 4 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $8.5M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 4 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 58% of all recorded events (37 total). Of these, 6 (16%) 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 $8.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 10, 2021.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 20 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 31% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $8K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 26, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Allen has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (50%) 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 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $79K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 5, 2025.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Allen has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 14, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Allen has experienced 1 tornado on record. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Oct 7, 2014.

💨 Severe wind events

Allen has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $165K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to severe wind events in this area. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 29, 2019.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Allen was Flood on May 31, 2004, which caused $4M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jun 1, 2004), causing $3M in damages. Flood on May 2, 2002 also caused significant damage ($1M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Allen, KY (41601)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 41601 has experienced 64 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (37 events), hailstorms (20 events), blizzards (4 events), extreme cold event (1 event), tornado (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 58% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 41601?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Allen, KY, with 37 events documented. These events have caused a combined $8.2M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 41601 (Allen) prone to flooding?

Yes, Allen (ZIP 41601) has 37 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $8.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 10, 2021.

Has Allen (41601) ever been hit by a tornado?

Allen has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. The most recent tornado was recorded on Oct 7, 2014.

What was the worst natural disaster in Allen, KY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 41601 was Flood, which occurred on May 31, 2004. 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 41601?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $8.5M in property damage in the Allen, KY area (ZIP 41601). 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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