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47281 Vallonia, IN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Vallonia, IN (47281)

Federal records document 56 natural disaster events in the Vallonia, IN area (ZIP 47281). These include 24 floods, 16 hailstorms, and 9 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $37.8M. These events have resulted in 5 recorded deaths and 21 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 43% of all recorded events (24 total). Of these, 8 (33%) 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 $11.6M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 10, 2020.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 16 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 29% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Nov 18, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Vallonia has experienced 9 tornadoes on record. Of these, 4 (44%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25.9M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 15, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Vallonia has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $150K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 15, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Vallonia has experienced 3 blizzards 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 winter storm events here is 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $135K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Nov 14, 2018.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Vallonia was EF3 Tornado on Apr 3, 1974, which caused $25M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jun 5, 2008), causing $10M in damages. Flood on Jan 22, 1999 also caused significant damage ($1.3M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Vallonia, IN (47281)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 47281 has experienced 56 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (24 events), hailstorms (16 events), tornadoes (9 events), severe wind events (4 events), and blizzards (3 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 43% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 47281?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Vallonia, IN, with 24 events documented. These events have caused a combined $11.6M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 47281 (Vallonia) prone to flooding?

Yes, Vallonia (ZIP 47281) has 24 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $11.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 10, 2020.

Has Vallonia (47281) ever been hit by a tornado?

Vallonia has 9 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 $25.9M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 15, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Vallonia, IN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 47281 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 3, 1974. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 47281?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $37.8M in property damage in the Vallonia, IN area (ZIP 47281). 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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