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60002 Antioch, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Antioch, IL (60002)

ZIP code 60002, covering Antioch, IL, has 83 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 55 hailstorms, 11 floods, and 7 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $13.4M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 3 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Antioch is hailstorms, with 55 recorded events making up 66% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 7, 2024.

🌊 Floods

There have been 11 recorded floods in this area, representing 13% of all disaster events. Of these, 7 (64%) 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 $10.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 17, 2020.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Antioch has experienced 7 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 10, 2020.

💨 Severe wind events

Antioch has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $255K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 22, 2011.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Antioch has experienced 3 extreme cold events on record. 3 fatalities have been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 11, 2016.

❄️ Blizzards

Antioch 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 4/5 (severe). 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 23, 2012.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Antioch was Flash Flood on Apr 17, 2013, which caused $4.7M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jun 8, 2008), causing $4M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Oct 9, 1958 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Antioch, IL (60002)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 60002 has experienced 83 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (55 events), floods (11 events), tornadoes (7 events), severe wind events (5 events), extreme cold events (3 events), and blizzards (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 66% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 60002?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Antioch, IL, with 55 events documented.

Is ZIP code 60002 (Antioch) prone to flooding?

Yes, Antioch (ZIP 60002) has 11 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $10.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 17, 2020.

Has Antioch (60002) ever been hit by a tornado?

Antioch 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 $3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 10, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in Antioch, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 60002 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Apr 17, 2013. This event caused $4.7M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 60002?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $13.4M in property damage in the Antioch, IL area (ZIP 60002). 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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