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46373 Saint John, IN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Saint John, IN (46373)

ZIP code 46373, covering Saint John, IN, has 57 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 33 hailstorms, 10 tornadoes, and 7 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $4.9M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 18 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Saint John is hailstorms, with 33 recorded events making up 58% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 20, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Saint John has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. 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 $602.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 15, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Saint John has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $30K 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 Jul 15, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Saint John has experienced 4 floods 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 flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $4.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 23, 2014.

❄️ Blizzards

Saint John has experienced 3 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (67%) 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 $110K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 29, 2012.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Saint John was Flood on Aug 24, 2007, which caused $4M in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (Nov 12, 1965), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Saint John, IN (46373)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 46373 has experienced 57 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (33 events), tornadoes (10 events), severe wind events (7 events), floods (4 events), and blizzards (3 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 58% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 46373?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Saint John, IN, with 33 events documented. These events have caused a combined $50K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 46373 (Saint John) prone to flooding?

Yes, Saint John (ZIP 46373) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $4.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 23, 2014.

Has Saint John (46373) ever been hit by a tornado?

Saint John has 10 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 $602.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 15, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Saint John, IN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 46373 was Flood, which occurred on Aug 24, 2007. 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 46373?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $4.9M in property damage in the Saint John, IN area (ZIP 46373). 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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