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46524 Etna Green, IN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Etna Green, IN (46524)

Government agency data shows 40 natural disaster events for ZIP 46524 in Etna Green, IN. These include 15 hailstorms, 14 tornadoes, and 5 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $18.5M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 64 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 38% of all recorded events (15 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 25, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 14 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 35% of all disaster events. Of these, 4 (29%) 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 $17.7M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 2, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Etna Green has experienced 5 floods on record. Of these, 5 (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 $756K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 21, 2018.

💨 Severe wind events

Etna Green has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $95K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 30, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Etna Green has experienced 2 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Mar 4, 2008.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Etna Green has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 10, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Etna Green was EF3 Tornado on Oct 18, 2007, which caused $11M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Oct 18, 2007), causing $3M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Oct 24, 2001 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Etna Green, IN (46524)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 46524 has experienced 40 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (15 events), tornadoes (14 events), floods (5 events), severe wind events (3 events), blizzards (2 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 38% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 46524?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Etna Green, IN, with 15 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 46524 (Etna Green) prone to flooding?

Yes, Etna Green (ZIP 46524) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $756K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 21, 2018.

Has Etna Green (46524) ever been hit by a tornado?

Etna Green has 14 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 $17.7M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 2, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Etna Green, IN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 46524 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Oct 18, 2007. This event caused $11M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 46524?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $18.5M in property damage in the Etna Green, IN area (ZIP 46524). 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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