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47455 Patricksburg, IN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Patricksburg, IN (47455)

Government agency data shows 13 natural disaster events for ZIP 47455 in Patricksburg, IN. These include 9 floods, 2 blizzards, and 1 hailstorm. Total documented property damage amounts to $9M. A total of 6 injuries have been reported across all events.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 69% of all recorded events (9 total). Of these, 7 (78%) 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 $9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 9, 2008.

❄️ Blizzards

Patricksburg 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 $60K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 15, 2019.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Patricksburg has experienced 1 hailstorm on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 22, 2006.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Patricksburg has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 19, 1989.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Patricksburg was Flood on Jul 7, 2003, which caused $5M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Sep 2, 2003), causing $2M in damages. Flood on Jan 21, 1999 also caused significant damage ($1.7M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Patricksburg, IN (47455)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 47455 has experienced 13 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (9 events), blizzards (2 events), hailstorm (1 event), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 69% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 47455?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Patricksburg, IN, with 9 events documented. These events have caused a combined $9M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 47455 (Patricksburg) prone to flooding?

Yes, Patricksburg (ZIP 47455) has 9 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 9, 2008.

Has Patricksburg (47455) ever been hit by a tornado?

Patricksburg has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $25K. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 19, 1989.

What was the worst natural disaster in Patricksburg, IN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 47455 was Flood, which occurred on Jul 7, 2003. This event caused $5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 47455?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $9M in property damage in the Patricksburg, IN area (ZIP 47455). 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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