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62957 Mc Clure, IL — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Mc Clure, IL (62957)

ZIP code 62957, covering Mc Clure, IL, has 160 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 90 floods, 35 hailstorms, and 13 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $66M. These events have resulted in 1 recorded death and 10 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Mc Clure is floods, with 90 recorded events making up 56% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 52 (58%) 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 $45.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Aug 14, 2023.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 35 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 22% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $100K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Nov 18, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 13 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $5.8M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 20, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

Mc Clure has experienced 9 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $778K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 20, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Mc Clure has experienced 6 blizzards on record. Of these, 4 (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 $11.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 10, 2025.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Mc Clure has experienced 5 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.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Mc Clure was Flood on Jul 1, 2019, which caused $10M in property damage. Another major event was Winter Storm (Jan 26, 2009), causing $10M in damages. Flood on Jul 1, 2019 also caused significant damage ($9M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Mc Clure, IL (62957)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 62957 has experienced 160 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (90 events), hailstorms (35 events), tornadoes (13 events), severe wind events (9 events), blizzards (6 events), extreme cold events (5 events), and earthquakes (2 events). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 56% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 62957?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Mc Clure, IL, with 90 events documented. These events have caused a combined $45.1M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 62957 (Mc Clure) prone to flooding?

Yes, Mc Clure (ZIP 62957) has 90 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $45.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Aug 14, 2023.

Has Mc Clure (62957) ever been hit by a tornado?

Mc Clure has 13 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 $5.8M. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 20, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Mc Clure, IL?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 62957 was Flood, which occurred on Jul 1, 2019. This event caused $10M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 62957?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $66M in property damage in the Mc Clure, IL area (ZIP 62957). 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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