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62850 Johnsonville, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Johnsonville, IL (62850)

Government agency data shows 37 natural disaster events for ZIP 62850 in Johnsonville, IL. These include 12 hailstorms, 9 floods, and 4 extreme cold events. Total documented property damage amounts to $5.3M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 26 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Johnsonville is hailstorms, with 12 recorded events making up 32% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $700K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 19, 2017.

🌊 Floods

Johnsonville has experienced 9 floods on record. Of these, 5 (56%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $255K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 1, 2011.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Johnsonville has experienced 4 extreme cold events on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for cold-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Cold-related events have caused a combined $3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Apr 16, 2014.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Johnsonville has experienced 4 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (50%) 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 $690K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Nov 17, 2013.

❄️ Blizzards

Johnsonville has experienced 2 blizzards 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 $500K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 26, 2009.

🌍 Earthquakes

Johnsonville has experienced 2 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Apr 17, 1984.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Johnsonville was Frost/Freeze on Apr 8, 2007, which caused $3M in property damage. Another major event was 2.8" Hail (May 3, 1996), causing $700K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Johnsonville, IL (62850)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 62850 has experienced 37 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (12 events), floods (9 events), extreme cold events (4 events), tornadoes (4 events), blizzards (2 events), earthquakes (2 events), extreme heat events (2 events), and severe wind events (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 32% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 62850?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Johnsonville, IL, with 12 events documented. These events have caused a combined $700K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 62850 (Johnsonville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Johnsonville (ZIP 62850) has 9 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $255K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 1, 2011.

Has Johnsonville (62850) ever been hit by a tornado?

Johnsonville 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 $690K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Nov 17, 2013.

What was the worst natural disaster in Johnsonville, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 62850 was Frost/Freeze, which occurred on Apr 8, 2007. This event caused $3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 62850?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5.3M in property damage in the Johnsonville, IL area (ZIP 62850). 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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