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62882 Sandoval, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Sandoval, IL (62882)

Sandoval, IL (ZIP 62882) has a moderate disaster history with 46 recorded events. These include 32 hailstorms, 9 tornadoes, and 2 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $9.4M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 9 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 32 recorded incidents (70% 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). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 30, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Sandoval has experienced 9 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $9.3M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 31, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Sandoval 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.

💨 Severe wind events

Sandoval has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Apr 19, 2011.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Sandoval 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 Sandoval 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 Sandoval, IL (62882)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 62882 has experienced 46 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (32 events), tornadoes (9 events), floods (2 events), severe wind events (2 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 70% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 62882?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Sandoval, IL, with 32 events documented.

Is ZIP code 62882 (Sandoval) prone to flooding?

Yes, Sandoval (ZIP 62882) 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 Sandoval (62882) ever been hit by a tornado?

Sandoval has 9 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 $9.3M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 31, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Sandoval, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 62882 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 62882?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $9.4M in property damage in the Sandoval, IL area (ZIP 62882). 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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