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47369 Pennville, IN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Pennville, IN (47369)

Government agency data shows 31 natural disaster events for ZIP 47369 in Pennville, IN. These include 19 hailstorms, 4 blizzards, and 4 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $2.8M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 1 injury.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 19 recorded incidents (61% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $44K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 14, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Pennville has experienced 4 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 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 6, 2008.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Pennville has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 22, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Pennville has experienced 2 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $1.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 26, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Pennville has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $78K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 31, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Pennville was Flood on Feb 28, 2011, which caused $1.5M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Sep 22, 2024), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Pennville, IN (47369)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 47369 has experienced 31 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (19 events), blizzards (4 events), tornadoes (4 events), floods (2 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 61% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 47369?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Pennville, IN, with 19 events documented. These events have caused a combined $44K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 47369 (Pennville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Pennville (ZIP 47369) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 26, 2025.

Has Pennville (47369) ever been hit by a tornado?

Pennville has 4 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $1.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 22, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Pennville, IN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 47369 was Flood, which occurred on Feb 28, 2011. This event caused $1.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 47369?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $2.8M in property damage in the Pennville, IN area (ZIP 47369). 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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