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47580 Schnellville, IN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Schnellville, IN (47580)

Schnellville, IN (ZIP 47580) has a moderate disaster history with 24 recorded events. These include 13 hailstorms, 5 tornadoes, and 2 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $885K. Across all recorded events, 2 deaths have been attributed to natural disasters in this area.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Schnellville is hailstorms, with 13 recorded events making up 54% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 30, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Schnellville has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $505K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 19, 2011.

❄️ Blizzards

Schnellville has experienced 2 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (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 $365K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 23, 2008.

🌊 Floods

Schnellville has experienced 2 floods on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $15K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Dec 21, 2013.

💨 Severe wind events

Schnellville has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 22, 2005.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Schnellville was Heavy Snow on Dec 22, 2004, which caused $320K in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Apr 3, 1989), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Schnellville, IN (47580)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 47580 has experienced 24 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (13 events), tornadoes (5 events), blizzards (2 events), floods (2 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 54% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 47580?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Schnellville, IN, with 13 events documented.

Is ZIP code 47580 (Schnellville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Schnellville (ZIP 47580) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $15K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Dec 21, 2013.

Has Schnellville (47580) ever been hit by a tornado?

Schnellville has 5 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 $505K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 19, 2011.

What was the worst natural disaster in Schnellville, IN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 47580 was Heavy Snow, which occurred on Dec 22, 2004. This event caused $320K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 47580?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $885K in property damage in the Schnellville, IN area (ZIP 47580). 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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