Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 46922

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 46922, Indiana

ZIP 46922 in Delong sits in the Great Lakes region. Its humid continental climate produces cold winters and warm, humid summers with variable severe weather, and notably spring tornado risk across the state. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 46922 carries an overall risk score of 4.9/10, placing it in the moderate category. Drought is the leading natural hazard, with multi-year dry periods capable of depleting water supplies, devastating agriculture, and increasing wildfire risk across the region. The area also faces notable exposure to wind and cold wave.

Within Indiana, ZIP 46922's risk is, slightly below the 5.5/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Indiana identifies drought as the foremost hazard, followed by wind and cold wave. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, ZIP 46922 residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for drought is recommended.