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62009 Benld, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Benld, IL (62009)

Government agency data shows 38 natural disaster events for ZIP 62009 in Benld, IL. These include 28 hailstorms, 5 tornadoes, and 2 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $6M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 3 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 74% of all recorded events (28 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 24, 2024.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Benld has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Dec 1, 2018.

💨 Severe wind events

Benld has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 20, 2013.

❄️ Blizzards

Benld 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 $2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 1, 2006.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Benld 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 Dec 16, 2000.

🌊 Floods

Benld has experienced 1 flood on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $15K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 26, 2022.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Benld was Winter Storm on Dec 1, 2006, which caused $2M in property damage. Another major event was 1.8" Hail (May 1, 2002), causing $2M in damages. 2" Hail on Apr 24, 2002 also caused significant damage ($2M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Benld, IL (62009)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 62009 has experienced 38 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (28 events), tornadoes (5 events), severe wind events (2 events), blizzard (1 event), extreme cold event (1 event), and flood (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 74% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 62009?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Benld, IL, with 28 events documented. These events have caused a combined $4M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 62009 (Benld) prone to flooding?

Yes, Benld (ZIP 62009) has 1 recorded flood event. These floods have caused $15K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 26, 2022.

Has Benld (62009) ever been hit by a tornado?

Benld has 5 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. The most recent tornado was recorded on Dec 1, 2018.

What was the worst natural disaster in Benld, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 62009 was Winter Storm, which occurred on Dec 1, 2006. This event caused $2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 62009?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $6M in property damage in the Benld, IL area (ZIP 62009). 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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