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62865 Mulkeytown, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Mulkeytown, IL (62865)

Mulkeytown, IL (ZIP 62865) has experienced 146 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 76 hailstorms, 18 severe wind events, and 17 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $13.8M. These events have resulted in 5 recorded deaths and 40 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Mulkeytown is hailstorms, with 76 recorded events making up 52% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 2 (3%) 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 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $115K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Sep 14, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 18 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. Wind-related events have caused a combined $7.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Oct 19, 2025.

🌊 Floods

There have been 17 recorded floods in this area, representing 12% of all disaster events. Of these, 6 (35%) 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 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $842K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 19, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 14 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 10% of all disaster events. Of these, 3 (21%) 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 $5.2M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Dec 5, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

There have been 12 recorded blizzards in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. Of these, 8 (67%) 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 $425K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 5, 2025.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Mulkeytown has experienced 6 extreme cold events on record. Cold-related events have caused a combined $30K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Feb 20, 2025.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Mulkeytown was 85 mph Thunderstorm Wind on May 8, 2009, which caused $6M in property damage. Another major event was EF4 Tornado (Dec 18, 1957), causing $2.5M in damages. EF3 Tornado on Feb 28, 2017 also caused significant damage ($800K).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Mulkeytown, IL (62865)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 62865 has experienced 146 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (76 events), severe wind events (18 events), floods (17 events), tornadoes (14 events), blizzards (12 events), extreme cold events (6 events), extreme heat events (2 events), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 52% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 62865?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mulkeytown, IL, with 76 events documented. These events have caused a combined $115K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 62865 (Mulkeytown) prone to flooding?

Yes, Mulkeytown (ZIP 62865) has 17 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $842K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 19, 2025.

Has Mulkeytown (62865) ever been hit by a tornado?

Mulkeytown has 14 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 $5.2M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Dec 5, 2021.

What was the worst natural disaster in Mulkeytown, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 62865 was 85 mph Thunderstorm Wind, which occurred on May 8, 2009. This event caused $6M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 62865?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $13.8M in property damage in the Mulkeytown, IL area (ZIP 62865). 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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