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61020 Davis Junction, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Davis Junction, IL (61020)

Government agency data shows 43 natural disaster events for ZIP 61020 in Davis Junction, IL. These include 28 hailstorms, 7 severe wind events, and 4 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $10.3M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 11 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 28 recorded incidents (65% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. 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). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 16, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Davis Junction has experienced 7 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 15, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Davis Junction has experienced 4 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 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $8.1M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 31, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Davis Junction has experienced 2 floods 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 flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $2.3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 13, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Davis Junction has experienced 1 blizzard on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 11, 2010.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Davis Junction has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 4, 2009.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Davis Junction was EF3 Tornado on Apr 9, 2015, which caused $8M in property damage and was linked to 2 fatalities. Another major event was Flash Flood (Jul 13, 2024), causing $2M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Davis Junction, IL (61020)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 61020 has experienced 43 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (28 events), severe wind events (7 events), tornadoes (4 events), floods (2 events), blizzard (1 event), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 65% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 61020?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Davis Junction, IL, with 28 events documented.

Is ZIP code 61020 (Davis Junction) prone to flooding?

Yes, Davis Junction (ZIP 61020) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $2.3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 13, 2024.

Has Davis Junction (61020) ever been hit by a tornado?

Davis Junction has 4 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $8.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 31, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Davis Junction, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 61020 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 9, 2015. This event caused $8M in documented property damage. It resulted in 2 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 61020?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $10.3M in property damage in the Davis Junction, IL area (ZIP 61020). 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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