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46045 Goldsmith, IN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Goldsmith, IN (46045)

Government agency data shows 18 natural disaster events for ZIP 46045 in Goldsmith, IN. These include 8 hailstorms, 4 floods, and 2 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.3M. A total of 1 injury has been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 8 recorded incidents (44% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 26, 2017.

🌊 Floods

Goldsmith has experienced 4 floods on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $8.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 10, 2013.

❄️ Blizzards

Goldsmith has experienced 2 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $15K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 11, 2015.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Goldsmith has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $275K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 1, 1980.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Goldsmith 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 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on May 9, 2020.

💨 Severe wind events

Goldsmith has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 22, 2016.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Goldsmith was Frost/Freeze on May 9, 2020, which caused $1M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Jun 1, 1980), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Goldsmith, IN (46045)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 46045 has experienced 18 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (8 events), floods (4 events), blizzards (2 events), tornadoes (2 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 44% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 46045?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Goldsmith, IN, with 8 events documented.

Is ZIP code 46045 (Goldsmith) prone to flooding?

Yes, Goldsmith (ZIP 46045) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $8.5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 10, 2013.

Has Goldsmith (46045) ever been hit by a tornado?

Goldsmith has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $275K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 1, 1980.

What was the worst natural disaster in Goldsmith, IN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 46045 was Frost/Freeze, which occurred on May 9, 2020. This event caused $1M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 46045?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.3M in property damage in the Goldsmith, IN area (ZIP 46045). 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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