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46112 Brownsburg, IN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Brownsburg, IN (46112)

ZIP code 46112, covering Brownsburg, IN, has 131 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 82 hailstorms, 28 floods, and 15 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $5M. A total of 12 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 63% of all recorded events (82 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $20.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 16, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 28 recorded floods in this area, representing 21% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (18%) 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 $891.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 5, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 15 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 11% 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 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 2, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Brownsburg has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $790K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 2, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Brownsburg has experienced 1 blizzard on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $400K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 31, 2013.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Brownsburg was EF2 Tornado on Apr 2, 2025, which caused $1.2M in property damage. Another major event was 100 mph Thunderstorm Wind (Jan 29, 2008), causing $750K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Brownsburg, IN (46112)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 46112 has experienced 131 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (82 events), floods (28 events), tornadoes (15 events), severe wind events (5 events), and blizzard (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 63% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 46112?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Brownsburg, IN, with 82 events documented. These events have caused a combined $20.5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 46112 (Brownsburg) prone to flooding?

Yes, Brownsburg (ZIP 46112) has 28 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $891.5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 5, 2025.

Has Brownsburg (46112) ever been hit by a tornado?

Brownsburg has 15 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $2.9M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 2, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Brownsburg, IN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 46112 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 2, 2025. This event caused $1.2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 46112?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5M in property damage in the Brownsburg, IN area (ZIP 46112). 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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