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61044 Kent, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Kent, IL (61044)

Government agency data shows 31 natural disaster events for ZIP 61044 in Kent, IL. These include 16 hailstorms, 5 severe wind events, and 4 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.5M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 16 recorded incidents (52% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $120K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 21, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

Kent has experienced 5 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $1.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 15, 2024.

❄️ Blizzards

Kent has experienced 4 blizzards on record. Winter storm events have caused a combined $21K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 16, 2006.

🌊 Floods

Kent has experienced 4 floods on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $56K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 22, 2017.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Kent has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $24.8K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on May 3, 2005.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Kent has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $80K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Aug 24, 1998.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Kent was 104 mph Thunderstorm Wind on Apr 19, 1996, which caused $1.2M in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Kent, IL (61044)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 61044 has experienced 31 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (16 events), severe wind events (5 events), blizzards (4 events), floods (4 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and tornado (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 52% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 61044?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Kent, IL, with 16 events documented. These events have caused a combined $120K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 61044 (Kent) prone to flooding?

Yes, Kent (ZIP 61044) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $56K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 22, 2017.

Has Kent (61044) ever been hit by a tornado?

Kent has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $80K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Aug 24, 1998.

What was the worst natural disaster in Kent, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 61044 was 104 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on Apr 19, 1996. This event caused $1.2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 61044?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.5M in property damage in the Kent, IL area (ZIP 61044). 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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