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60512 Bristol, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Bristol, IL (60512)

ZIP code 60512, covering Bristol, IL, has 73 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 55 hailstorms, 9 severe wind events, and 8 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $3.4M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 75% of all recorded events (55 total). One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 24, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Bristol has experienced 9 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 28, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Bristol has experienced 8 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (25%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 15, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Bristol has experienced 1 flood on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $300K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 17, 2025.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Bristol was EF3 Tornado on Mar 12, 1976, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Aug 17, 2025), causing $300K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Bristol, IL (60512)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 60512 has experienced 73 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (55 events), severe wind events (9 events), tornadoes (8 events), and flood (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 75% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 60512?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Bristol, IL, with 55 events documented. These events have caused a combined $5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 60512 (Bristol) prone to flooding?

Yes, Bristol (ZIP 60512) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $300K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 17, 2025.

Has Bristol (60512) ever been hit by a tornado?

Bristol 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 $3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 15, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Bristol, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 60512 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Mar 12, 1976. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 60512?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3.4M in property damage in the Bristol, IL area (ZIP 60512). 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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