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60152 Marengo, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Marengo, IL (60152)

ZIP code 60152, covering Marengo, IL, has 55 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 39 hailstorms, 8 tornadoes, and 3 extreme cold events. Total documented property damage amounts to $29M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 43 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Marengo is hailstorms, with 39 recorded events making up 71% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $75K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 27, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Marengo has experienced 8 tornadoes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 12, 2023.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Marengo 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.

🌊 Floods

Marengo has experienced 3 floods on record. Of these, 3 (100%) 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 $3.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 13, 2008.

❄️ Blizzards

Marengo 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 Marengo was EF4 Tornado on Apr 21, 1967, which caused $25M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Sep 13, 2008), causing $3M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Marengo, IL (60152)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 60152 has experienced 55 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (39 events), tornadoes (8 events), extreme cold events (3 events), floods (3 events), and blizzards (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 71% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 60152?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Marengo, IL, with 39 events documented. These events have caused a combined $75K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 60152 (Marengo) prone to flooding?

Yes, Marengo (ZIP 60152) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3.5M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 13, 2008.

Has Marengo (60152) ever been hit by a tornado?

Marengo has 8 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $25.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 12, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Marengo, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 60152 was EF4 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 21, 1967. This event caused $25M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 60152?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $29M in property damage in the Marengo, IL area (ZIP 60152). 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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