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46911 Amboy, IN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Amboy, IN (46911)

Government agency data shows 38 natural disaster events for ZIP 46911 in Amboy, IN. These include 25 hailstorms, 7 tornadoes, and 3 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.8M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 15 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 25 recorded incidents (66% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $2.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 14, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Amboy has experienced 7 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 $2.8M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 27, 2019.

🌊 Floods

Amboy has experienced 3 floods on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $2K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 2, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

Amboy has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 10, 2020.

❄️ Blizzards

Amboy 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 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 24, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Amboy was EF2 Tornado on May 28, 1955, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was EF3 Tornado (May 16, 1968), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Amboy, IN (46911)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 46911 has experienced 38 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (25 events), tornadoes (7 events), floods (3 events), severe wind events (2 events), and blizzard (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 66% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 46911?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Amboy, IN, with 25 events documented. These events have caused a combined $2.5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 46911 (Amboy) prone to flooding?

Yes, Amboy (ZIP 46911) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $2K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 2, 2019.

Has Amboy (46911) ever been hit by a tornado?

Amboy has 7 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 $2.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 27, 2019.

What was the worst natural disaster in Amboy, IN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 46911 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on May 28, 1955. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 46911?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.8M in property damage in the Amboy, IN area (ZIP 46911). 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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