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61329 Ladd, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Ladd, IL (61329)

Government agency data shows 36 natural disaster events for ZIP 61329 in Ladd, IL. These include 22 hailstorms, 5 tornadoes, and 4 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $615.5K. These events have resulted in 9 recorded deaths and 8 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Ladd is hailstorms, with 22 recorded events making up 61% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $30K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 4, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Ladd has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (40%) 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 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $277.5K in documented property damage. 9 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Feb 28, 2017.

💨 Severe wind events

Ladd has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $150K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Aug 10, 2020.

❄️ Blizzards

Ladd 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). Winter storm events have caused a combined $60K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 11, 2007.

🌊 Floods

Ladd has experienced 2 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 $32K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 8, 2011.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Ladd has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $66K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on May 3, 2005.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Ladd was EF3 Tornado on Dec 6, 1951, which caused $250K in property damage and was linked to 1 fatality.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Ladd, IL (61329)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 61329 has experienced 36 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (22 events), tornadoes (5 events), severe wind events (4 events), blizzards (2 events), floods (2 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 61% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 61329?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Ladd, IL, with 22 events documented. These events have caused a combined $30K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 61329 (Ladd) prone to flooding?

Yes, Ladd (ZIP 61329) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $32K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 8, 2011.

Has Ladd (61329) ever been hit by a tornado?

Ladd has 5 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 $277.5K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Feb 28, 2017.

What was the worst natural disaster in Ladd, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 61329 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Dec 6, 1951. This event caused $250K in documented property damage. It resulted in 1 reported fatality. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 61329?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $615.5K in property damage in the Ladd, IL area (ZIP 61329). 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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