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62214 Venedy, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Venedy, IL (62214)

Venedy, IL (ZIP 62214) has experienced 73 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 50 hailstorms, 16 tornadoes, and 2 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.3M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 14 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Venedy is hailstorms, with 50 recorded events making up 68% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 2 (4%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $3.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 16, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 16 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 22% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (13%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.3M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Nov 17, 2013.

🌊 Floods

Venedy 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 $50K in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 26, 2022.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Venedy has experienced 2 extreme heat events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 20, 2005.

💨 Severe wind events

Venedy has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Sep 25, 2012.

🌍 Earthquakes

Venedy has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Aug 31, 1987.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Venedy was EF2 Tornado on Mar 20, 1976, which caused $250K in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Feb 10, 1959), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Venedy, IL (62214)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 62214 has experienced 73 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (50 events), tornadoes (16 events), floods (2 events), extreme heat events (2 events), severe wind events (2 events), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 68% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 62214?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Venedy, IL, with 50 events documented. These events have caused a combined $3.5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 62214 (Venedy) prone to flooding?

Yes, Venedy (ZIP 62214) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $50K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 26, 2022.

Has Venedy (62214) ever been hit by a tornado?

Venedy has 16 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $1.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Nov 17, 2013.

What was the worst natural disaster in Venedy, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 62214 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Mar 20, 1976. This event caused $250K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 62214?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.3M in property damage in the Venedy, IL area (ZIP 62214). 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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