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62289 Summerfield, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Summerfield, IL (62289)

Government agency data shows 47 natural disaster events for ZIP 62289 in Summerfield, IL. These include 18 hailstorms, 12 extreme heat events, and 9 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $5.8M. These events have resulted in 17 recorded deaths and 170 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Summerfield is hailstorms, with 18 recorded events making up 38% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 30, 2025.

🥵 Extreme heat events

There have been 12 recorded extreme heat events in this area, representing 26% of all disaster events. Of these, 5 (42%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for heat-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). 17 fatalities have been attributed to extreme heat events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 16, 2012.

💨 Severe wind events

Summerfield has experienced 9 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $70K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Mar 14, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Summerfield has experienced 4 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 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $5.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 14, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Summerfield has experienced 3 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 $36K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 17, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Summerfield has experienced 1 blizzard on record. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Nov 29, 2006.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Summerfield was EF2 Tornado on May 1, 1983, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was EF4 Tornado (Feb 25, 1956), causing $2.5M in damages. EF2 Tornado on Mar 14, 2025 also caused significant damage ($700K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Summerfield, IL (62289)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 62289 has experienced 47 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (18 events), extreme heat events (12 events), severe wind events (9 events), tornadoes (4 events), floods (3 events), and blizzard (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 38% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 62289?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Summerfield, IL, with 18 events documented.

Is ZIP code 62289 (Summerfield) prone to flooding?

Yes, Summerfield (ZIP 62289) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $36K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 17, 2025.

Has Summerfield (62289) ever been hit by a tornado?

Summerfield has 4 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 $5.7M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 14, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Summerfield, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 62289 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on May 1, 1983. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 62289?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5.8M in property damage in the Summerfield, IL area (ZIP 62289). 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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