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42565 Windsor, KY — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Windsor, KY (42565)

Windsor, KY (ZIP 42565) has a moderate disaster history with 30 recorded events. These include 19 hailstorms, 5 tornadoes, and 4 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $5.9M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 2 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Windsor is hailstorms, with 19 recorded events making up 63% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 16, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Windsor has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (40%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $245K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 16, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Windsor has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $5.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 4, 2011.

🌊 Floods

Windsor has experienced 2 floods 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 flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $550K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 5, 2004.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Windsor was 92 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Apr 16, 1998, which caused $5M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Mar 1, 1997), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Windsor, KY (42565)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 42565 has experienced 30 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (19 events), tornadoes (5 events), severe wind events (4 events), and floods (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 63% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 42565?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Windsor, KY, with 19 events documented.

Is ZIP code 42565 (Windsor) prone to flooding?

Yes, Windsor (ZIP 42565) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $550K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 5, 2004.

Has Windsor (42565) ever been hit by a tornado?

Windsor has 5 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 $245K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 16, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Windsor, KY?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 42565 was 92 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on Apr 16, 1998. This event caused $5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 42565?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5.9M in property damage in the Windsor, KY area (ZIP 42565). 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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