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62546 Morrisonville, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Morrisonville, IL (62546)

ZIP code 62546, covering Morrisonville, IL, has 64 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 38 hailstorms, 18 tornadoes, and 5 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $122.2M. These events have resulted in 4 recorded deaths and 35 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Morrisonville is hailstorms, with 38 recorded events making up 59% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 17, 2023.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 18 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 28% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (11%) 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 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $120.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 29, 2023.

❄️ Blizzards

Morrisonville has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Of these, 3 (60%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $1.8M in documented property damage. 3 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 1, 2011.

🌊 Floods

Morrisonville has experienced 2 floods on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 14, 2023.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Morrisonville 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 Jan 6, 2014.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Morrisonville was EF3 Tornado on Dec 1, 2018, which caused $118.9M in property damage. Another major event was Winter Storm (Dec 1, 2006), causing $1.5M in damages. EF1 Tornado on Jun 1, 1999 also caused significant damage ($750K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Morrisonville, IL (62546)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 62546 has experienced 64 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (38 events), tornadoes (18 events), blizzards (5 events), floods (2 events), and extreme cold event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 59% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 62546?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Morrisonville, IL, with 38 events documented.

Is ZIP code 62546 (Morrisonville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Morrisonville (ZIP 62546) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 14, 2023.

Has Morrisonville (62546) ever been hit by a tornado?

Morrisonville has 18 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 $120.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 29, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Morrisonville, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 62546 was EF3 Tornado, which occurred on Dec 1, 2018. This event caused $118.9M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 62546?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $122.2M in property damage in the Morrisonville, IL area (ZIP 62546). 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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