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61932 Hume, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Hume, IL (61932)

Government agency data shows 18 natural disaster events for ZIP 61932 in Hume, IL. These include 11 hailstorms, 3 tornadoes, and 1 blizzard. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.7M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 20 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 61% of all recorded events (11 total). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 19, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Hume has experienced 3 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 $135K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 21, 2008.

❄️ Blizzards

Hume has experienced 1 blizzard 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 $850K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 1, 2011.

🌊 Floods

Hume 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 $700K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 4, 2008.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Hume has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 3, 2019.

💨 Severe wind events

Hume has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 29, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Hume was Winter Storm on Feb 1, 2011, which caused $850K in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jun 4, 2008), causing $700K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Hume, IL (61932)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 61932 has experienced 18 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (11 events), tornadoes (3 events), blizzard (1 event), flood (1 event), extreme heat event (1 event), and severe wind 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 61932?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Hume, IL, with 11 events documented.

Is ZIP code 61932 (Hume) prone to flooding?

Yes, Hume (ZIP 61932) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $700K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 4, 2008.

Has Hume (61932) ever been hit by a tornado?

Hume has 3 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 $135K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 21, 2008.

What was the worst natural disaster in Hume, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 61932 was Winter Storm, which occurred on Feb 1, 2011. This event caused $850K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 61932?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.7M in property damage in the Hume, IL area (ZIP 61932). 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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