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62870 Odin, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Odin, IL (62870)

ZIP code 62870, covering Odin, IL, has 68 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 48 hailstorms, 13 tornadoes, and 3 severe wind events. Total documented property damage amounts to $9.7M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 9 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 48 recorded incidents (71% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Hail-related events have caused a combined $100K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 30, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 13 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 19% of all disaster events. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $9.5M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 31, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Odin has experienced 3 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 19, 2011.

🌊 Floods

Odin 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 $101K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Apr 4, 2025.

🌍 Earthquakes

Odin has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Dec 29, 1985.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Odin has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 18, 1999.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Odin was EF2 Tornado on Apr 19, 1996, which caused $7M in property damage. Another major event was EF1 Tornado (Mar 31, 2023), causing $2M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Odin, IL (62870)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 62870 has experienced 68 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (48 events), tornadoes (13 events), severe wind events (3 events), floods (2 events), earthquake (1 event), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 71% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 62870?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Odin, IL, with 48 events documented. These events have caused a combined $100K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 62870 (Odin) prone to flooding?

Yes, Odin (ZIP 62870) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $101K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Apr 4, 2025.

Has Odin (62870) ever been hit by a tornado?

Odin has 13 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 3/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $9.5M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 31, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Odin, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 62870 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on Apr 19, 1996. This event caused $7M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 62870?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $9.7M in property damage in the Odin, IL area (ZIP 62870). 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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