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46798 Yoder, IN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Yoder, IN (46798)

Federal records document 51 natural disaster events in the Yoder, IN area (ZIP 46798). These include 33 hailstorms, 5 blizzards, and 5 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $7.9M. These events have resulted in 6 recorded deaths and 2 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 65% of all recorded events (33 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 2, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Yoder has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (40%) 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 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. 5 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 22, 2022.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Yoder has experienced 5 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 $527.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 12, 1986.

💨 Severe wind events

Yoder has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 10, 2020.

🌊 Floods

Yoder has experienced 3 floods 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 flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $7.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 29, 2017.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Yoder 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 Dec 23, 2022.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Yoder was Flood on Jul 5, 2003, which caused $7M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Aug 29, 2017), causing $300K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Yoder, IN (46798)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 46798 has experienced 51 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (33 events), blizzards (5 events), tornadoes (5 events), severe wind events (4 events), floods (3 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 65% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 46798?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Yoder, IN, with 33 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 46798 (Yoder) prone to flooding?

Yes, Yoder (ZIP 46798) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $7.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 29, 2017.

Has Yoder (46798) ever been hit by a tornado?

Yoder has 5 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 $527.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 12, 1986.

What was the worst natural disaster in Yoder, IN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 46798 was Flood, which occurred on Jul 5, 2003. This event caused $7M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 46798?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $7.9M in property damage in the Yoder, IN area (ZIP 46798). 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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