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61848 Henning, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Henning, IL (61848)

Government agency data shows 38 natural disaster events for ZIP 61848 in Henning, IL. These include 20 hailstorms, 8 blizzards, and 4 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $5.6M. These events have resulted in 5 recorded deaths and 23 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 53% of all recorded events (20 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 20, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Henning has experienced 8 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 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $10K in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 2, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Henning has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $2.6M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 26, 2017.

💨 Severe wind events

Henning has experienced 4 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 26, 2017.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Henning has experienced 2 extreme heat events on record. 2 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 28, 1999.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Henning was 90 mph Thunderstorm Wind on May 26, 2017, which caused $2.8M in property damage. Another major event was EF2 Tornado (Apr 3, 1974), causing $2.5M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Henning, IL (61848)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 61848 has experienced 38 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (20 events), blizzards (8 events), tornadoes (4 events), severe wind events (4 events), and extreme heat events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 53% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 61848?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Henning, IL, with 20 events documented.

Has Henning (61848) ever been hit by a tornado?

Henning has 4 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $2.6M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 26, 2017.

What was the worst natural disaster in Henning, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 61848 was 90 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on May 26, 2017. This event caused $2.8M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 61848?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5.6M in property damage in the Henning, IL area (ZIP 61848). 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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