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47272 Saint Paul, IN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Saint Paul, IN (47272)

Saint Paul, IN (ZIP 47272) has a moderate disaster history with 48 recorded events. These include 19 hailstorms, 13 floods, and 10 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.5M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 9 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Saint Paul is hailstorms, with 19 recorded events making up 40% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 15, 2024.

🌊 Floods

There have been 13 recorded floods in this area, representing 27% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (15%) 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 $278K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 4, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Saint Paul has experienced 10 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 $1.9M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 7, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Saint Paul has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $45K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 21, 2022.

❄️ Blizzards

Saint Paul 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 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $260K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Nov 14, 2018.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Saint Paul was EF3 Tornado on Jun 3, 2008, which caused $1M in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (May 25, 2011), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Saint Paul, IN (47272)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 47272 has experienced 48 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (19 events), floods (13 events), tornadoes (10 events), severe wind events (4 events), and blizzards (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 40% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 47272?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Saint Paul, IN, with 19 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 47272 (Saint Paul) prone to flooding?

Yes, Saint Paul (ZIP 47272) has 13 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $278K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 4, 2025.

Has Saint Paul (47272) ever been hit by a tornado?

Saint Paul has 10 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 $1.9M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 7, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Saint Paul, IN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 47272 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Jun 3, 2008. This event caused $1M in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 47272?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.5M in property damage in the Saint Paul, IN area (ZIP 47272). 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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