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47634 Richland, IN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Richland, IN (47634)

Richland, IN (ZIP 47634) has a moderate disaster history with 50 recorded events. These include 23 hailstorms, 7 severe wind events, and 6 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $8M. A total of 2 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Richland is hailstorms, with 23 recorded events making up 46% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 15, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Richland has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $344K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 12, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Richland has experienced 6 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (50%) 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 $6.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 5, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Richland has experienced 6 floods on record. Of these, 3 (50%) 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 $595K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 19, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Richland has experienced 6 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $830K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 8, 2018.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Richland has experienced 2 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $15K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 16, 2014.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Richland was Winter Storm on Jan 26, 2009, which caused $6M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Apr 19, 1996), causing $500K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Richland, IN (47634)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 47634 has experienced 50 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (23 events), severe wind events (7 events), blizzards (6 events), floods (6 events), tornadoes (6 events), and extreme cold events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 46% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 47634?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Richland, IN, with 23 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 47634 (Richland) prone to flooding?

Yes, Richland (ZIP 47634) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $595K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 19, 2025.

Has Richland (47634) ever been hit by a tornado?

Richland has 6 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 $830K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 8, 2018.

What was the worst natural disaster in Richland, IN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 47634 was Winter Storm, which occurred on Jan 26, 2009. This event caused $6M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 47634?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $8M in property damage in the Richland, IN area (ZIP 47634). 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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