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46030 Arcadia, IN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Arcadia, IN (46030)

Federal records document 91 natural disaster events in the Arcadia, IN area (ZIP 46030). These include 42 hailstorms, 21 floods, and 16 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $73.5M. These events have resulted in 10 recorded deaths and 40 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 42 recorded incidents (46% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 14, 2024.

🌊 Floods

There have been 21 recorded floods in this area, representing 23% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (38%) 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 $38.1M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 1, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 16 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 18% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $30.1M in documented property damage. 6 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 29, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Arcadia has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $75K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 16, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Arcadia has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (60%) 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 $135.5K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Apr 20, 2021.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Arcadia was Flood on Jul 6, 2003, which caused $33M in property damage. Another major event was EF4 Tornado (Apr 11, 1965), causing $25M in damages. 2.8" Hail on May 18, 2000 also caused significant damage ($5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Arcadia, IN (46030)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 46030 has experienced 91 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (42 events), floods (21 events), tornadoes (16 events), severe wind events (7 events), and blizzards (5 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 46% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 46030?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Arcadia, IN, with 42 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 46030 (Arcadia) prone to flooding?

Yes, Arcadia (ZIP 46030) has 21 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $38.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 1, 2024.

Has Arcadia (46030) ever been hit by a tornado?

Arcadia has 16 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 $30.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 29, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Arcadia, IN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 46030 was Flood, which occurred on Jul 6, 2003. This event caused $33M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 46030?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $73.5M in property damage in the Arcadia, IN area (ZIP 46030). 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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