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47112 Corydon, IN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Corydon, IN (47112)

Corydon, IN (ZIP 47112) has experienced 137 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 102 hailstorms, 14 tornadoes, and 13 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $13M. These events have resulted in 5 recorded deaths and 42 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 74% of all recorded events (102 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 10, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 14 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 10% of all disaster events. 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 $1.5M in documented property damage. 4 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 2, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 13 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $290K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 2, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Corydon has experienced 8 floods on record. Of these, 5 (63%) 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 $11.2M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 13, 2020.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Corydon was Flood on Mar 2, 1997, which caused $10M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Jul 20, 2018), causing $600K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Corydon, IN (47112)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 47112 has experienced 137 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (102 events), tornadoes (14 events), severe wind events (13 events), and floods (8 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 74% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 47112?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Corydon, IN, with 102 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 47112 (Corydon) prone to flooding?

Yes, Corydon (ZIP 47112) has 8 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $11.2M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 13, 2020.

Has Corydon (47112) ever been hit by a tornado?

Corydon 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 $1.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 2, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Corydon, IN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 47112 was Flood, which occurred on Mar 2, 1997. This event caused $10M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 47112?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $13M in property damage in the Corydon, IN area (ZIP 47112). 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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