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47022 Guilford, IN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Guilford, IN (47022)

Government agency data shows 42 natural disaster events for ZIP 47022 in Guilford, IN. These include 21 floods, 14 hailstorms, and 3 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $8.5M. A total of 27 injuries have been reported across all events.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 21 recorded incidents (50% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 6 (29%) 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 $4.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 16, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 14 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 33% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $20K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 25, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Guilford has experienced 3 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 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 2, 1990.

❄️ Blizzards

Guilford has experienced 2 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (100%) 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 $200K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 12, 2016.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Guilford has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Cold-related events have caused a combined $640K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 6, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Guilford was Flood on Mar 2, 1997, which caused $3M in property damage. Another major event was EF4 Tornado (Jun 2, 1990), causing $2.5M in damages. Flood on Jan 4, 2005 also caused significant damage ($825K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Guilford, IN (47022)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 47022 has experienced 42 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (21 events), hailstorms (14 events), tornadoes (3 events), blizzards (2 events), and extreme cold events (2 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 47022?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Guilford, IN, with 21 events documented. These events have caused a combined $4.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 47022 (Guilford) prone to flooding?

Yes, Guilford (ZIP 47022) has 21 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $4.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 16, 2025.

Has Guilford (47022) ever been hit by a tornado?

Guilford has 3 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 $3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 2, 1990.

What was the worst natural disaster in Guilford, IN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 47022 was Flood, which occurred on Mar 2, 1997. This event caused $3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 47022?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $8.5M in property damage in the Guilford, IN area (ZIP 47022). 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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