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47345 Greens Fork, IN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Greens Fork, IN (47345)

Government agency data shows 45 natural disaster events for ZIP 47345 in Greens Fork, IN. These include 26 hailstorms, 7 tornadoes, and 6 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.9M. A total of 5 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 26 recorded incidents (58% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $122K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 16, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Greens Fork has experienced 7 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $850K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Oct 1, 1977.

🌊 Floods

Greens Fork has experienced 6 floods on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $28K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 5, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Greens Fork has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Of these, 4 (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 $300K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 12, 2016.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Greens Fork 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 Greens Fork was Frost/Freeze on Apr 6, 2007, which caused $620K in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Oct 1, 1977), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Greens Fork, IN (47345)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 47345 has experienced 45 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (26 events), tornadoes (7 events), floods (6 events), blizzards (4 events), and extreme cold events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 58% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 47345?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Greens Fork, IN, with 26 events documented. These events have caused a combined $122K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 47345 (Greens Fork) prone to flooding?

Yes, Greens Fork (ZIP 47345) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $28K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 5, 2024.

Has Greens Fork (47345) ever been hit by a tornado?

Greens Fork has 7 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $850K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Oct 1, 1977.

What was the worst natural disaster in Greens Fork, IN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 47345 was Frost/Freeze, which occurred on Apr 6, 2007. This event caused $620K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 47345?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.9M in property damage in the Greens Fork, IN area (ZIP 47345). 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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